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C2 noun /rɪˈsɪʒən/

rescission

取消
Meaning
the cancellation or annulment of a law, contract, or agreement
Example
The rescission of the contract left both parties disappointed.
合同的取消让双方都感到失望。
C2 adjective /ʌkˈsɔːriəs/

uxorious

过度宠爱妻子
Meaning
excessively fond of or submissive to one's wife
Example
He was so uxorious that he agreed with everything his wife said.
他是如此的宠爱妻子，以至于同意了妻子说的每一件事。
C1 noun ˌɪn.fɪlˈtreɪ.ʃən

infiltration

渗透，秘密进入
Meaning
The process of entering or gaining access to an organization or place surreptitiously.
Example
Cybersecurity prevents infiltration into sensitive data.
网络安全防止了对敏感数据的渗透。
C1 verb /ɪkˈstɔːrt/

extort

勒索
Meaning
to obtain something, especially money, by force, threats, or unfair means
Example
The gang attempted to extort money from local shopkeepers.
这个团伙试图从当地店主那里勒索钱财。
A1 noun /ˈwɪmən/

woman

女人
Meaning
an adult human female
Example
The woman at the counter helped me.
柜台上的女人帮了我。
C1 noun /ˌɑːsɪˈleɪʃən/

oscillation

摆动
Meaning
The movement back and forth at a regular speed.
Example
The oscillation of the pendulum controls the clock.
摆锤的摆动控制着时钟。
B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

谜语
Meaning
a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle
Example
The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.
古老的谜语让所有学者困扰了多年。
C1 adjective /ˈrɛtɪsənt/

reticent

沉默寡言
Meaning
not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reserved
Example
She was reticent about her personal life.
她对自己的个人生活保持沉默。
B1 noun /ˈprɛər/

prayer

祈祷
Meaning
a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or another deity
Example
She recited a prayer before the meal.
她在饭前念了祈祷词。
A2 verb /taɪ/

Tie

系
Meaning
to fasten with string or rope; to have equal scores in a competition
Example
Please tie your shoelaces before running.
请在跑步前系紧鞋带。
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。
B2 noun /ɡlɪmps/

Glimpse

一瞥;
Meaning
a momentary or partial view; a brief look or sight of something
Example
Through the window, I caught a glimpse of the beautiful garden behind the house.
透过窗户，我瞥见了房子后面美丽的花园。
C2 adjective /ˈfɜːr.vɪd/

Fervid

热情的; 极为热衷的; 满怀激情的
Meaning
passionate; intensely enthusiastic; burning with emotion
Example
She gave a fervid speech about environmental protection.
她发表了一篇关于环境保护的热情演讲。
B2 adjective /ˈθɜːrməl/

thermal

热的
Meaning
Related to heat or temperature.
Example
She wore a thermal jacket to stay warm in winter.
她穿着一件热的夹克，在冬天保持温暖。
B1 noun /ˈpʌb.lɪ.ʃər/

Publisher

出版商
Meaning
a person or company that produces and distributes books, magazines, or newspapers
Example
The publisher decided to print 10,000 copies of the new novel.
出版商决定印刷10,000本新小说。
B2 adjective /slɪk/

slick

光滑的
Meaning
Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.
Example
He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.
他做了一个光滑的演示，以打动投资者。
B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

腐败
Meaning
dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition
Example
The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.
政府发起了一个打击公共办公室腐败的运动。
C2 verb /ˈɛnərˌveɪt/

enervate

使虚弱
Meaning
To weaken or drain someone of strength or vitality.
Example
The long hours of work enervated him.
长期的工作使他感到虚弱。
B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Meaning
The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.
Example
The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.
A2 noun /ɡæs/

gas

气体
Meaning
A substance like air that is neither solid nor liquid and can expand freely.
Example
The balloon was filled with gas.
气球充满了气体。
C2 verb /ɪmˈpeɪl/

impale

刺穿
Meaning
to pierce or fix something with a sharp object
Example
The knight was impaled by the enemy’s spear.
骑士被敌人的长矛刺穿。
C2 verb /ˌɪmpɔːrˈtuːnd/

importuned

不停地请求
Meaning
asked someone persistently and pressingly for something
Example
She importuned her boss for a raise until he finally gave in.
她不停地请求老板加薪，直到他最终答应。
C2 adjective, noun /pləˈbiːən/

plebian

普通的，平民的
Meaning
alternate spelling of 'plebeian'; common or ordinary
Example
His tastes were rather plebian, favoring simple food and clothes.
他的口味相当普通，喜欢简单的食物和衣服。
B1 noun /ˈsteɪtəs/

status

状态
Meaning
the social or professional position or condition of someone or something
Example
His social status improved after the promotion.
他的社会地位在晋升后得到了改善。
C1 adjective /səbˈsɪd.i.ər.i/

Subsidiary

附属的; 次要的; 与子公司相关
Meaning
less important than the main thing; secondary; of or relating to a subsidiary company
Example
The subsidiary company handles all overseas operations.
子公司负责所有海外业务。
B1 noun /ˈvoʊtɪŋ/

voting

投票
Meaning
the act of making a choice in an election or decision by casting a vote
Example
Voting is an important part of a democratic society.
投票是民主社会的重要组成部分。
C2 verb /əkˈsiːd/

accede

同意
Meaning
to agree to a request, proposal, or demand; to assume an office or position
Example
The government finally acceded to the demands of the protesters.
政府最终同意了抗议者的要求。
B1 noun /ˈtʌnəl/

tunnel

隧道
Meaning
an underground passage or shaft
Example
They dug a tunnel under the river.
他们在河底挖了一个隧道。
A1 noun /ɡɪft/

Gift

礼物; 天赋;
Meaning
a thing given willingly to someone without payment; a present; a natural ability or talent
Example
She received a beautiful jewelry gift from her grandmother on her birthday.
她在生日时收到了祖母送的精美珠宝礼物。
C1 noun /trɔːf/

trough

槽, 低谷
Meaning
A long, narrow container from which animals eat or drink; also, a low point between waves or in business cycles.
Example
The cows drank water from the wooden trough.
奶牛从木槽里喝水。
C1 adjective /praɪˈmiːvəl/

primeval

原始
Meaning
Relating to the earliest ages in history; ancient and primitive.
Example
The explorers ventured into the primeval forest untouched by humans.
探险者进入了未曾被人类触及的原始森林。
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.mər.ɪk ˈpaʊ.dər/

Turmeric Powder

姜黄粉
Meaning
ground turmeric root used as a spice and for its medicinal properties
Example
Add a pinch of turmeric powder to the curry for color and flavor.
在咖喱中加入一撮姜黄粉，增加色泽和味道。
C1 verb ɪɡˈzɛm.plɪ.faɪ

exemplify

举例说明
Meaning
To be a typical example of or to illustrate something clearly, to show as an example or demonstrate.
Example
His dedication exemplifies true leadership.
他的奉献展示了真正的领导力。
B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

精英
Meaning
A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.
Example
Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.
只有精英才被邀请参加独家活动。
A2 adverb /ˈsɪə.ri.əs.li/

seriously

认真地
Meaning
in a solemn or thoughtful manner
Example
She took the matter very seriously.
她非常认真地对待了这个问题。
C1 verb /vɪə(r)/

veer

突然改变方向
Meaning
to change direction suddenly
Example
The car veered off the road to avoid the accident.
汽车为了避开事故突然驶离了道路。
A2 verb kriˈeɪts

creates

创造
Meaning
To bring something into existence or to cause something to happen
Example
Pollution creates environmental and health issues.
污染造成环境和健康问题。
C1 noun /oʊˈveɪʃən/

ovation

掌声
Meaning
an enthusiastic show of approval, especially by clapping hands
Example
The actor received a standing ovation after his performance.
演员在表演后收到了站立的掌声。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈflɛksəbl/

inflexible

不灵活
Meaning
Not able to bend or change; unwilling to change ideas or behavior.
Example
His inflexible attitude made negotiations difficult.
他那不灵活的态度使谈判变得困难。
B2 noun /kəˈlɑːʒ/

collage

拼贴画
Meaning
A piece of art made by sticking various materials such as photographs or paper onto a surface.
Example
She created a collage using old magazine pictures.
她用旧杂志的照片制作了一幅拼贴画。
A1 noun /kəmˈpjuːtə(r)/

computer

计算机
Meaning
an electronic device for storing and processing data
Example
I bought a new computer for my office work.
我为我的办公室工作买了台新电脑。
B2 verb /əˈlaɪn/

align

对齐 / 排成直线
Meaning
To arrange things in a straight line; to adjust or bring into proper relation or agreement.
Example
The manager asked the team to align their goals with the company's mission.
经理要求团队将他们的目标与公司的使命对齐。
C2 adjective /rəˈpeɪ.ʃəs/

rapacious

贪婪
Meaning
having an extreme desire to take things for oneself, greedy
Example
The rapacious landlord raised the rent without reason.
贪婪的房东无缘无故地提高了租金。
B2 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

使震惊
Meaning
to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement
Example
The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.
魔术师的最后一个表演使所有观众感到震惊。
C1 noun, verb /ˈskʌf.əl/

scuffle

冲突
Meaning
a short, confused fight or struggle; to engage in such a fight
Example
Two players scuffled on the field after the foul.
两名球员在犯规后在场上发生了冲突。
C2 noun /ˈpoʊ.ɪˌtæs.tər/

poetaster

一个劣质或琐碎的诗人
Meaning
an inferior or trivial poet
Example
He was mocked as a poetaster by the literary critics.
他被文学评论家当作诗人废物嘲笑。
C1 adjective /məˈləʊ.di.əs/

Melodious

旋律的
Meaning
having a pleasant musical sound; tuneful
Example
Her melodious voice captivated the entire audience.
她那旋律般的嗓音迷住了全场观众。
C2 adjective/noun /ˌhaɪərəˈɡlɪfɪk/

hieroglyphic

象形文字的
Meaning
Relating to or written in hieroglyphs; symbols or writing that is difficult to understand.
Example
The archaeologists studied the hieroglyphic inscriptions carefully.
考古学家仔细研究了象形文字铭文。
C2 verb /ˈfjuːmɪˌɡeɪt/

fumigate

熏蒸
Meaning
to disinfect or purify an area by using chemical fumes
Example
They fumigated the warehouse to kill the insects.
他们对仓库进行了熏蒸处理，以消灭昆虫。
C1 adjective /ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.t̬əl/

anecdotal

基于个人叙述而非事实或研究，特点是轶事
Meaning
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.
Example
The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data.
这本书充满了轶事性证据，而不是数据。
A2 adjective /ɡlæd/

Glad

高兴; 快乐; 喜悦;
Meaning
happy; pleased; delighted;
Example
I am glad to see you after such a long time.
我很高兴在这么长时间后见到你。
C1 verb /ˌmɪsˈpleɪs/

misplace

放错地方
Meaning
To put something in the wrong location and temporarily lose it.
Example
I often misplace my keys when I am in a hurry.
我经常在匆忙中把钥匙放错地方。
B2 verb /ˈstɑːrtl/

startle

吓到
Meaning
To surprise or frighten someone suddenly.
Example
The loud noise startled the children.
大声的噪音让孩子们吓了一跳。
C1 noun /ɪˈmiːdiəsi/

immediacy

即时性, 紧迫感
Meaning
The quality of bringing one into direct and instant involvement with something, giving rise to a sense of urgency or excitement.
Example
The immediacy of digital communication has reshaped business operations.
数字通信的即时性已经改变了商业操作。
B2 noun /ˈʃepərd/

Shepherd

牧羊人
Meaning
a person who tends and guards sheep
Example
The shepherd guided his flock to the green pasture.
牧羊人把他的羊群引导到绿色的牧场。
B2 verb /ɪˈrɛkt/

erect

竖立
Meaning
to build or construct something; to set upright
Example
They erected a statue in the town square.
他们在市中心广场竖立了一个雕像。
A2 adverb /ˈwiːkli/

Weekly

每周
Meaning
happening or done once every week; every week
Example
I visit my grandmother weekly on Sundays.
我每个周日都去看望我的祖母。
B2 verb /kənˈsiːv/

conceive

构思, 怀孕
Meaning
to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant
Example
It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed.
很难想象这样的想法如何能够成功。
C1 noun /ˈmiːdieɪtər/

Mediator

调解员
Meaning
A person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict agree
Example
The United Nations often acts as a mediator in international disputes.
联合国常常在国际争端中充当调解员。
C2 noun /ˈæl.mɪ.rə/

Almirah

衣柜
Meaning
a large cupboard or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items
Example
I keep all my clothes in the wooden almirah.
我把所有的衣服都放在木制衣橱里。
C2 verb /rɪˈsɪnd/

rescind

撤销
Meaning
to revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement
Example
The company decided to rescind the job offer.
公司决定撤销工作机会。
A2 noun /ˈsiː.nər.i/

Scenery

风景
Meaning
the natural features of a landscape; the painted background used on a theater stage
Example
The mountain scenery was breathtakingly beautiful.
山脉的风景令人叹为观止。
C1 adjective /kwɪər/

Queer

奇怪的; 不寻常的; 特殊的
Meaning
strange; unusual; peculiar; odd
Example
The old house had a queer atmosphere that made visitors uncomfortable.
这座老房子有一种奇怪的气氛，让访客感到不舒服。
C1 adjective ˈflʌd proʊn

flood-prone

易受洪水影响
Meaning
Susceptible to flooding; likely to experience floods frequently.
Example
Bangladesh is a flood-prone deltaic nation.
孟加拉国是一个容易发生洪水的三角洲国家。
C1 noun /ˈrʌmpəs/

Rumpus

喧闹; 骚动; 混乱
Meaning
a noisy disturbance; an uproar or commotion
Example
The children caused quite a rumpus in the playground.
孩子们在游乐场引起了相当大的骚乱。
A2 noun, verb /bɑːr/

bar

酒吧, 阻止
Meaning
a counter where drinks are served; to prevent or block
Example
They decided to meet at the bar after work.
他们决定下班后在吧见面。
B2 adjective /ˈdʒɒli/

jolly

愉快
Meaning
Full of good humor and cheerfulness.
Example
The children were in a jolly mood at the party.
孩子们在派对上心情愉快。
C1 verb /dɪsˈɑːrm/

disarm

解除武装
Meaning
to take weapons away from someone; to make someone feel less hostile
Example
The soldiers were ordered to disarm the rebels.
士兵们被命令解除叛乱分子的武装。
B1 verb /tʃɒp/

chop

切
Meaning
to cut with a sharp tool; to cut into pieces
Example
She chops vegetables for dinner.
她为晚餐切蔬菜。
C1 noun /ˈɪmɪdʒəri/

imagery

意象
Meaning
visually descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work
Example
The poet's use of imagery brought the scene to life.
诗人的意象使用使场景栩栩如生。
C1 verb /dɪsˈkʌlər/

discolor

褪色
Meaning
to change color, especially in a way that spoils the original appearance
Example
The fabric began to discolor after being left in the sun.
织物在阳光下被放置后开始褪色。
B2 adjective /ʌnprɪˈpɛrd/

Unprepared

未准备好
Meaning
not ready or able to deal with something
Example
He was unprepared for the difficult exam.
他对困难的考试毫无准备。
C2 noun /ˈleɪ.ɪ.ti/

laity

俗人
Meaning
Ordinary members of a religious community who are not clergy.
Example
The church welcomed the laity to participate in the event.
教堂欢迎俗人参加活动。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈsɜːrtənli/

uncertainly

不确定地
Meaning
in a way that shows doubt or lack of certainty
Example
She glanced uncertainly at the complicated instructions.
她不确定地看着复杂的说明。
B1 verb /fəʊld/

fold

Meaning
to bend something, especially paper or cloth, so that one part covers another
Example
She folded the letter neatly before placing it in the envelope.
A2 noun /ˈpæs.ən.dʒər/

Passenger

乘客
Meaning
A person who travels in a vehicle but is not driving it
Example
The bus can carry thirty passengers.
公交车可以载三十名乘客。
C2 noun /ˈmɒkəsɪn/

moccasin

莫卡辛鞋
Meaning
A soft leather shoe, traditionally worn by Native Americans, often made from deerskin.
Example
He slipped on a pair of comfortable moccasins before going outside.
他在外出前穿上了舒适的莫卡辛鞋。
B2 adjective /ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/

legislative

立法的
Meaning
relating to the making of laws
Example
The legislative body passed the new tax bill.
立法机构通过了新的税法。
C2 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈkɒn.ʃəs/

semiconscious

半意识的
Meaning
Only partly conscious; not fully aware of surroundings.
Example
He was semiconscious after the accident and could barely respond.
他在事故后半意识清醒，几乎无法回应。
C2 noun /ˈrɪɡməˌroʊl/

rigmarole

麻烦事
Meaning
a long, complicated, and confusing process or story
Example
Getting a visa was such a rigmarole of paperwork and interviews.
获得签证是一个繁琐的文书工作和面试过程。
C2 adjective /ɪˈnɪmɪkəl/

inimical

敌对的 / 不利的
Meaning
tending to obstruct or harm; unfriendly or hostile
Example
The policy was inimical to the country's economic growth.
该政策对该国的经济增长不利。
B1 noun /ˈdaɪ.mənd/

Diamond

钻石
Meaning
a precious stone that is extremely hard and brilliant when cut
Example
She wore a diamond ring on her finger.
她把钻石戒指戴在手指上。
B1 noun /bend/

Bend

弯曲; 转弯
Meaning
a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river
Example
There is a sharp bend in the river ahead.
前方河流有一个急转弯。
B1 noun dɪˈfens

defense

防御
Meaning
The action of defending from or resisting attack; protection from harm or danger.
Example
Defense was one of the central subjects.
防御是其中一个核心主题。
C2 noun /ˈkæʒuɪstri/

casuistry

诡辩术
Meaning
The use of clever but false reasoning, especially in relation to moral questions.
Example
The lawyer’s argument was dismissed as mere casuistry.
律师的辩论被作为单纯的诡辩术驳回了。
B1 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/

disappoint

失望
Meaning
to fail to fulfill the hopes or expectations of someone; to make someone feel sad or displeased
Example
I hope I won't disappoint you with my performance.
我希望我的表现不会让你失望。
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 noun /ˌsɒ̃ˈfrwɑː/

sangfroid

冷静
Meaning
Composure or coolness under pressure.
Example
She impressed everyone with her sangfroid during the interview.
她在面试中以冷静给大家留下了深刻印象。
B2 adjective /suːˈpriːm/

Supreme

最高的
Meaning
highest in rank, authority, or quality; greatest; most important
Example
The Supreme Court made the final decision.
最高法院作出了最终决定。
B2 verb /əˈteɪn/

attain

达到
Meaning
to achieve or reach something
Example
She worked hard to attain her goals.
她努力工作以达到她的目标。
C2 verb /əˈkuːtə/

accoutre

装饰
Meaning
to dress or equip, especially in something impressive or elaborate
Example
The knight was accoutred in shining armor.
骑士穿着闪亮的盔甲。
C2 verb /fɔːrˈfɛnd/

forfend

保护, 防卫, 避免
Meaning
to protect or defend against something undesirable; to prevent
Example
May good fortune forfend any danger from our journey.
愿好运保护我们，避免任何危险。
C2 noun /ˌdʒerənˈtɑːkrəsi/

gerontocracy

老年统治
Meaning
A system of government or control by old people.
Example
The country was seen as a gerontocracy, dominated by elderly leaders.
这个国家被视为一个老年统治的国家，由年长的领导人主导。
C2 noun /ˈsɛpəlkər/

sepulcher

墓室
Meaning
A small room or monument, cut in rock or built of stone, in which a dead person is buried.
Example
The ancient king was laid to rest in a grand sepulcher.
古代国王被安葬在一个宏伟的墓室中。
B1 noun /ˈfæn.si/

Fancy

幻想; 幻觉或想象
Meaning
a feeling of liking or wanting something; imagination or fantasy
Example
The child had a fancy for becoming a famous astronaut when he grew up.
孩子长大后希望成为一名著名的宇航员。
A1 adjective/noun /fɔːrθ/

fourth

第四
Meaning
Constituting number four in a sequence; coming after the third in position.
Example
He finished in fourth place in the race.
他在比赛中获得了第四名。
C2 adjective /ˈdʒɔːndɪst/

jaundiced

偏见的 / 嫉妒的 / 由黄疸引起的
Meaning
Affected by or displaying prejudice, envy, or bitterness; also refers to having a yellowish discoloration of the skin due to jaundice.
Example
She gave a jaundiced view of the project after her proposal was rejected.
在她的提案被拒绝后，她对这个项目给出了一个偏见的看法。
A2 noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɪsɪti/

electricity

电力
Meaning
A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles.
Example
The storm caused a power cut and we had no electricity.
风暴导致了停电，我们没有电力。
C2 noun /rɪˈvaɪlər/

reviler

侮辱者
Meaning
a person who criticizes or insults others abusively
Example
He was known as a reviler of all who opposed him.
他以侮辱所有反对他的人而闻名。
C2 verb /bɪˈdɛk/

bedeck

装饰
Meaning
to decorate or adorn something in a showy way
Example
The hall was bedecked with flowers for the wedding.
大厅为婚礼装饰了花卉。
C1 noun /ˈɪrɪtənt/

irritant

刺激物
Meaning
something that causes irritation or discomfort
Example
Dust is a common irritant for people with allergies.
灰尘是过敏者常见的刺激物。
C2 verb /ˈsnɪvəl/

snivel

以软弱或令人讨厌的方式哭泣或抱怨
Meaning
to cry or complain in a weak or annoying way
Example
He began to snivel when he didn’t get his way.
当他没得到他想要的东西时，他开始哭泣。
C1 noun /frɪndʒ/

fringe

装饰边缘 / 边界
Meaning
A decorative border of threads; the outer edge or margin of something.
Example
The festival had a fringe of small independent performances.
节日有一条小型独立表演的边缘。
C2 noun /ˈlɪnəmənt/

liniment

擦剂 / 洛神
Meaning
A liquid or lotion applied to the skin to relieve pain or stiffness.
Example
He rubbed liniment on his sore muscles after the workout.
他在训练后擦上了伤痛的肌肉上了擦剂。
B1 noun /ˌfɜːrst eɪd kɪt/

first aid kit

急救箱
Meaning
A collection of medical supplies for giving initial treatment in emergencies
Example
I always keep a first aid kit in my car for emergencies.
我总是在车里备有急救箱以应对紧急情况。
B1 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nəl/

Signal

信号
Meaning
a gesture, action, or sound that conveys information or instruction
Example
The traffic signal turned red, so we stopped.
交通信号灯变红了，我们停了下来。
C1 verb /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ/

gratify

使满足，使高兴
Meaning
to give pleasure or satisfaction to someone
Example
It gratified him to know his work was appreciated.
知道自己的工作被欣赏，他感到满足。
B1 adjective /ˌʌnsəkˈsesfl/

Unsuccessful

失败的; 没有成功的;
Meaning
not achieving desired aims or results; failing to accomplish a purpose
Example
His unsuccessful attempt to climb the mountain left him disappointed.
他未能成功登上山顶，感到失望。
C2 noun /ɡruːəl/

Gruel

粥
Meaning
a thin liquid food of oatmeal or another meal boiled in milk or water
Example
The sick patient could only eat gruel.
生病的病人只能吃粥。
B1 noun /səˈpɔːtər/

supporter

支持者
Meaning
a person who supports someone or something
Example
She is a strong supporter of the local animal shelter.
她是当地动物收容所的强大支持者。
C2 verb /priːˈdɛstɪn/

predestine

预定
Meaning
to determine or decide something in advance, often regarded as being fixed by fate or divine will
Example
They believed their paths were predestined by fate.
他们相信他们的道路是命运注定的。
B2 verb /ɪnˈtriːɡ/

intrigue

引起兴趣
Meaning
to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated
Example
The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.
神秘小说将引起任何读者的兴趣。
A2 verb /krɒs/

cross

穿越
Meaning
to go from one side to another, or to pass through
Example
We crossed the river using a wooden bridge.
我们通过一座木桥过了河。
B2 noun /səkˈsɛʃ.ən/

succession

生态演替
Meaning
The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.
Example
Forest succession occurs when old ecosystems are replaced by new ones.
森林演替发生在旧的生态系统被新的生态系统取代时。
B2 conjunction /ˌɔːlˈbiː.ɪt/

albeit

尽管
Meaning
Although; even though.
Example
He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly.
他最终同意了，尽管不情愿。
B2 adjective /dɪˌveləpˈmentl/

developmental

发展性的
Meaning
relating to the process of growth or progress
Example
Early childhood is a crucial developmental stage for learning.
早期儿童是学习的关键发展性阶段。
A2 noun /ˈplænɪt/

Planet

行星
Meaning
a celestial body moving in an elliptical orbit around a star
Example
Mars is the fourth planet from the sun.
火星是离太阳第四颗行星。
C1 adjective/adverb /ˌɒfˈhænd/

offhand

草率
Meaning
Without previous thought or preparation; casual and sometimes dismissive.
Example
She gave an offhand reply to his serious question.
她对他严肃的问题做出了一个草率的回答。
B1 verb /siːk/

seek

寻找
Meaning
to try to find or obtain something; to attempt or desire to achieve
Example
He decided to seek advice from his mentor.
他决定向他的导师寻求建议。
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。
C2 verb /ˈjuːləˌdʒaɪz/

eulogize

颂扬
Meaning
To praise highly in speech or writing, especially in honor of someone who has died.
Example
They gathered to eulogize their beloved teacher.
他们聚集在一起，悼念他们亲爱的老师。