B2 adjective /ˈrɪdən/

ridden

充斥

Meaning

Full of or dominated by something unpleasant.

Example

The country was ridden with corruption.

这个国家充斥着腐败。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

滑稽

Meaning

Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.

Example

His comical expressions made everyone laugh.

他滑稽的表情让所有人都笑了。

B2 adverb /ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/

Lazily

懒洋洋地

Meaning

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

Example

He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning.

他懒洋洋地伸展双臂，早晨打了个哈欠。

B2 noun /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

immigration

移民

Meaning

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

Immigration policies vary from country to country.

移民政策因国家而异。

B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

识字率

Meaning

The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.

Example

Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.

识字率影响着社会经济状况。

B2 verb /kənˈfaɪn/

confine

限制

Meaning

to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space

Example

The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.

囚犯每天被关在他的牢房里23小时。

B2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət/

intermediate

中级

Meaning

Coming between two things in time, place, or order; in the middle level or stage.

Example

She is taking an intermediate-level French course.

她正在上一个中级法语课程。

B2 noun /əˌdæptəˈbɪləti/

adaptability

适应性

Meaning

The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or circumstances

Example

Adaptability to changing environments is crucial in business.

适应不断变化的环境在商业中至关重要。

B2 phrase ˈɡləʊ.bəl ˌkəʊ.ɒp.əˈreɪ.ʃən

global cooperation

全球合作

Meaning

International collaboration and working together across countries to address common challenges and goals.

Example

Global cooperation is essential to address climate challenges.

全球合作对于解决气候问题至关重要。

B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

方法论

Meaning

A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example

The research was conducted using a new methodology.

这项研究是使用新方法论进行的。

B2 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

预备的; 初步的; 用于准备的

Meaning

preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation

Example

She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.

她参加了考试前的预备课程。

B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

人员

Meaning

People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.

Example

The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.

公司正在为其新分支招聘更多的人员。

B2 noun ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈbæləns

ecological balance

生态平衡

Meaning

A state of dynamic equilibrium within a community of organisms.

Example

Maintaining ecological balance is essential for a sustainable planet.

维持生态平衡对可持续的星球至关重要。

B2 noun /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/

Depression

抑郁症

Meaning

a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn

Example

The therapist helped her cope with depression through cognitive behavioral therapy.

治疗师通过认知行为疗法帮助她应对抑郁症。

B2 adjective /ˈsel.jə.lər/

Cellular

细胞的

Meaning

relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology

Example

Cellular technology has revolutionized communication.

细胞技术已经彻底改变了通讯方式。

B2 verb /buːm/

boom

轰鸣

Meaning

to make a loud deep sound; to grow or increase rapidly

Example

The thunder boomed across the sky.

雷声在天空中轰鸣。

B2 adjective /ˌɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl/

architectural

建筑的

Meaning

relating to the design and style of buildings and structures

Example

The city is known for its beautiful architectural designs.

这座城市因其美丽的建筑设计而闻名。

B2 verb /ɡruːm/

groom

Meaning

to clean, brush, and care for the appearance of someone or something

Example

She spends hours grooming her dog every week.

B2 verb /stʌn/

stun

震惊, 使昏迷

Meaning

to shock or surprise someone greatly; to knock someone unconscious or dazed

Example

The news of her sudden resignation stunned everyone.

她突然辞职的消息让大家都震惊了。

B2 noun /ˌtɜːrməˈnɑːlədʒi/

terminology

术语

Meaning

the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject

Example

Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand.

医学术语可能对新学生来说很难理解。

B2 noun /ˈbækˌsaɪd/

backside

背部

Meaning

the rear part or surface of something; informal term for the buttocks

Example

The kids slid down the hill on their backside.

孩子们从山坡上滑下来，屁股着地。

B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

遗传的

Meaning

Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.

Example

Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.

遗传特征影响身体特征。

B2 noun /ˈɪmɪɡrənt/

immigrant

移民

Meaning

a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

The city has welcomed many new immigrants this year.

今年这座城市接纳了许多新的移民。

B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

自治

Meaning

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

Example

Autonomy was a primary demand.

自治是一个主要的要求。

B2 noun /ˈhoʊmlænd/

homeland

故乡

Meaning

a person's native country or region

Example

She returned to her homeland after ten years abroad.

她在国外十年后回到了她的故乡。

B2 noun /ˈrɔɪəlti/

royalty

皇室成员 / 特许权使用费 (作者收入)

Meaning

Members of a royal family or payment made to the owner of a patent, copyright, or natural resource.

Example

The author receives a royalty for every book sold.

作者从每本卖出的书中获得特许权使用费。

B2 noun /ˈsɛnsəs/

census

人口普查

Meaning

An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.

Example

The government conducted a census to update demographic data.

政府进行了人口普查，以更新人口统计数据。

B2 noun /məˈræl.ə.ti/

Morality

道德

Meaning

principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong behavior

Example

The debate focused on the morality of the decision.

辩论集中在决策的道德性上。

B2 noun /sɪv/

Seive

筛子

Meaning

a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids

Example

She used a sieve to separate the flour from lumps.

她使用筛子将面粉与结块分开。

B2 verb /rɪˈtriːt/

retreat

撤退

Meaning

to move back or withdraw from a position or situation

Example

The soldiers had to retreat after losing the battle.

士兵们在失去战斗后不得不撤退。

B2 noun /braɪb/

Bribe

贿赂

Meaning

a sum of money or something valuable given to someone to persuade them to do something dishonest or illegal

Example

The corrupt official was caught accepting a bribe from the construction company.

那个腐败的官员在接受建筑公司贿赂时被逮捕。

B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

灭绝

Meaning

No longer in existence; having died out completely.

Example

Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.

一些物种由于过度捕捞而濒临灭绝。

B2 noun /daɪm/

dime

十分硬币

Meaning

a small coin, especially a U.S. coin worth ten cents

Example

He gave me a dime for the phone call.

他给了我一枚十分硬币用于打电话。

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。

B2 adjective sɪˈvɪər

severe

严重的

Meaning

Very great; intense or extreme in degree.

Example

Without action, climate change impacts will become severe.

如果没有行动，气候变化的影响将变得严重。

B2 noun /ˈwɜːk.fləʊ/

workflow

工作流，过程顺序

Meaning

The sequence of processes through which a piece of work passes from initiation to completion.

Example

A well-structured workflow enhances productivity.

一个结构良好的工作流程可以提高生产力。

B2 verb kəˈlæbəreɪt

collaborate

合作

Meaning

To work jointly with others, especially in an intellectual endeavor; cooperate.

Example

Volunteers often collaborate with local organizations.

志愿者经常与当地组织合作。

B2 adverb /ˈneɪmli/

Namely

即; 特别是;

Meaning

that is to say; specifically; to be precise

Example

Three cities, namely Paris, London, and Rome, were visited.

三个城市，即巴黎、伦敦和罗马，被参观。

B2 verb /ˈresəl/

wrestle

摔跤

Meaning

to fight by grappling and trying to throw down an opponent; to struggle with a problem

Example

The children like to wrestle on the playground.

孩子们喜欢在操场上摔跤。

B2 noun /ˈdʒoʊ.kər/

Joker

小丑

Meaning

a playing card with a picture of a jester, used as a wild card; a person who is fond of joking

Example

He used the joker card to complete his winning hand in the poker game.

他用小丑牌来完成他在扑克游戏中的赢牌。

B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

裁缝

Meaning

a person whose job is making and altering clothes

Example

The tailor measured him for a new suit.

裁缝为他量了新西装的尺寸。

B2 adjective /ˈkaʊntləs/

countless

数不胜数

Meaning

too many to be counted; innumerable

Example

There are countless stars in the sky.

天上有数不清的星星。

B2 verb ˈfaɪ.nəl.aɪz

finalize

最终确定

Meaning

To complete arrangements for something; put into final form.

Example

The treaty was finalized after the discussions.

协议在讨论后最终确定。

B2 verb /ˈɪmɪteɪt/

imitate

模仿

Meaning

to copy the behavior or manner of someone or something

Example

Children often imitate their parents' behavior.

孩子们经常模仿父母的行为。

B2 noun /ˈʃɔːrt.kʌm.ɪŋ/

Shortcoming

缺陷; 不足; 缺点

Meaning

a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency

Example

Despite his many talents, he has some shortcomings.

尽管他有许多才华，他仍然有一些短处。

B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rət/

Pirate

海盗

Meaning

a person who attacks and robs ships at sea; someone who uses or reproduces copyrighted material illegally

Example

The pirate ship was spotted near the coast.

海盗船在海岸附近被发现。

B2 verb /draʊn/

drown

溺水

Meaning

to die or cause to die by being submerged in and inhaling water

Example

He nearly drowned while swimming in the river.

他在河里游泳时差点淹死。

B2 verb /ˈvæksɪneɪt/

vaccinate

接种

Meaning

to give a vaccine to protect against a disease

Example

Children are usually vaccinated before starting school.

孩子们通常在上学前会接种疫苗。

B2 noun /ˈhɑːr.bər/

Harbour

港口

Meaning

a place on the coast where vessels may find shelter; a place of safety or refuge

Example

The fishing boats returned safely to the harbour before the storm hit the coastline.

渔船在风暴袭击海岸之前安全地回到了港口。

B2 noun /ˈbroʊ.kər/

Broker

经纪人

Meaning

a person who buys and sells goods or assets for others; an intermediary

Example

The stock broker helped me invest my money wisely.

股票经纪人帮助我明智地投资我的钱。

B2 noun /ˈaʊtlet/

outlet

出口

Meaning

a means by which something is released, expressed, or distributed

Example

Art is a great outlet for emotions.

艺术是情感的一个极好的出口。

B2 verb /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

aggravate

加重

Meaning

To make a situation worse or more serious.

Example

Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.

抓破皮疹只会加重病情。

B2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

敞篷车, 有可折叠车顶的汽车

Meaning

able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down

Example

She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.

她开着她的新敞篷车沿着海岸公路行驶。

B2 noun /ˈmɪks.tʃər/

Mixture

混合物

Meaning

a combination of different substances or elements

Example

The cake batter is a mixture of flour, eggs, and milk.

蛋糕面糊是面粉、鸡蛋和牛奶的混合物。

B2 noun /ˌvɪz.ɪˈbɪlɪti/

visibility

可见性

Meaning

The state of being able to see or be seen; exposure or prominence.

Example

Increased visibility on social media can help businesses grow.

在社交媒体上的可见性增加可以帮助企业成长。

B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

不情愿的; 犹豫的; 不愿意做某事;

Meaning

unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;

Example

She was reluctant to share her personal information.

她不情愿分享个人信息。

B2 noun /əˈluːmɪnəm/

aluminum

铝

Meaning

a lightweight silvery metal used for making cans, foils, and other items

Example

The airplane body is made of strong but light aluminum.

飞机的机身是用强度高但重量轻的铝制成的。

B2 noun /ˈlen.tɪl/

Lentil

小扁豆

Meaning

a high-protein pulse which is dried and then soaked and cooked prior to eating

Example

She cooked red lentils for dinner tonight.

她今晚做了红扁豆作为晚餐。

B2 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn/

sideline

副业

Meaning

An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.

Example

The sideline discussions led to mutual understanding.

副线讨论促进了相互理解。

B2 noun /ˈvel.vɪt/

Velvet

天鹅绒

Meaning

a soft, luxurious fabric with a thick, short pile on one side

Example

The royal curtains were made of rich red velvet.

皇家窗帘是用富有的红色天鹅绒做的。

B2 verb ˈɛskəleɪt

escalate

升级

Meaning

To increase rapidly; to become more intense or serious

Example

The aging population is escalating at an alarming rate.

老龄化人口正在以惊人的速度升级。

B2 noun /ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

Eruption

火山喷发

Meaning

a sudden violent occurrence or outburst; volcanic explosion

Example

The volcanic eruption forced thousands of people to evacuate the area.

火山喷发迫使成千上万的人疏散该地区。

B2 noun /ɪˈluː.ʒən/

Illusion

幻觉

Meaning

a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted; a false idea or belief

Example

The magician created a spectacular illusion that made the elephant appear to vanish.

魔术师创造了一个壮观的幻觉，使得大象看起来像消失了一样。

B2 adjective /ˌpoʊstˈwɔːr/

post-war

战后

Meaning

relating to the period after a war has ended

Example

The country experienced rapid economic growth in the post-war years.

该国在战后时期经历了快速的经济增长。

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Faithful

忠诚的; 忠实的; 可靠的

Meaning

loyal and committed; reliable; true to one's beliefs

Example

She remained faithful to her principles throughout her career.

她在整个职业生涯中始终忠诚于自己的原则。

B2 adjective /ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

damaging

Meaning

causing harm or injury

Example

The storm caused damaging effects to the crops.

B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

刺激

Meaning

A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.

Example

Plants respond to external stimulus.

植物对外部刺激作出反应。

B2 verb /dɪˈstɔːrt/

distort

Meaning

to twist or change the shape, appearance, or meaning of something so it is not true or accurate

Example

The mirror distorted her reflection.

B2 verb /ɪˈkwɪp/

equip

装备

Meaning

to provide someone or something with the necessary items or skills for a task

Example

The school equipped its students with modern technology.

学校为学生配备了现代科技。

B2 adjective ədˈmɪn.ɪ.strə.tɪv

administrative

行政的

Meaning

Relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.; concerned with or relating to management or administration.

Example

Administrative reforms improve efficiency.

行政改革提高了效率。

B2 adjective /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/

Ritual

仪式

Meaning

relating to religious or ceremonial practices

Example

The wedding ceremony included many traditional ritual elements.

婚礼仪式包括许多传统的仪式元素。

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 noun /ˈlɒk.ɪt/

Locket

项链坠子

Meaning

a small ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn on a chain around the neck

Example

She kept her grandmother's photo in the locket.

她把祖母的照片放在了项链坠子里。

B2 noun /ˈrɛlɪvəns/

relevance

typhoon

台风

Meaning

a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans

Example

The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.

台风在沿海地区造成了严重的洪水。

B2 noun /hɔːk/

Hawk

猎鹰

Meaning

a bird of prey with broad wings and strong talons used for hunting

Example

The hawk soared high above the field hunting for prey.

猎鹰在田野上空飞翔，寻找猎物。

B2 noun /bluːz/

blues

蓝调

Meaning

a feeling of sadness; a style of music with melancholy themes

Example

Listening to blues music always calms him down.

听蓝调音乐总是让他平静下来。

B2 noun /ɡreɪn/

Grain

谷物

Meaning

wheat or any other cultivated cereal crop used as food; a single seed of a cereal

Example

The farmer stored large quantities of grain in the barn after the harvest.

农民在收获后将大量谷物存放在谷仓里。

B2 adverb /ˈfɔːrməli/

formally

正式地

Meaning

in a formal or official manner; according to established rules or conventions

Example

The agreement was formally signed by both parties.

该协议已由双方正式签署。

B2 adjective /ˈbraʊn.ɪʃ/

Brownish

棕色的

Meaning

having a color somewhat like brown; tending toward brown

Example

The old paper had a brownish tint from age.

那张旧纸因岁月的缘故带有棕色的色调。

B2 adverb /ˈstɛdɪli/

steadily

稳定地

Meaning

in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing

Example

The company's profits have been increasing steadily.

公司的利润稳定增长。

B2 noun /ˌɒb.zəˈveɪ.ʃənz/

observations

观察

Meaning

The action or process of observing something carefully.

Example

Observations of distant galaxies provide new insights.

对遥远星系的观察提供了新的见解。

B2 noun /ˈten.dən.si/

Tendency

趋势

Meaning

an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior

Example

She has a tendency to arrive late for meetings.

她有迟到的趋势。

B2 noun ɪnˈhɑːns.mənt

enhancement

增强

Meaning

An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.

Example

Enhancement of education quality is vital.

教育质量的提升至关重要。

B2 adjective /ˈkæθəlɪk/

catholic

天主教的

Meaning

Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.

Example

She has catholic tastes in music, enjoying everything from jazz to opera.

她有天主教的音乐口味，从爵士乐到歌剧都喜欢。

B2 verb /kənˈfɜːr/

confer

Meaning

to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something

Example

The committee will confer to decide on the new policy.

B2 noun /jʌŋ fɪʃ/

Young fish

幼鱼

Meaning

juvenile or small fish; fish that has not reached maturity

Example

Young fish need protection from predators.

幼鱼需要防止被掠食者攻击。

B2 noun /braʊ/

brow

额头

Meaning

the part of the face above the eyes; forehead

Example

She wiped the sweat from her brow.

她擦去了额头上的汗水。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/

encompass

涵盖

Meaning

To include comprehensively; to surround or encircle.

Example

The project will encompass all aspects of rural development.

该项目将涵盖农村发展的各个方面。

B2 adjective /sɔːr/

sore

酸痛

Meaning

painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body

Example

After the long run, my legs were sore.

长跑后，我的腿很酸痛。

B2 adjective /rɪˈɡret.ə.bəl/

Regrettable

令人遗憾的; 不幸的; 可惜的

Meaning

causing or deserving regret; unfortunate; deplorable

Example

It is regrettable that so many talented people left the company.

很遗憾这么多有才华的人离开了公司。

B2 adverb /ˈfeɪθ.fəl.i/

Faithfully

忠诚地

Meaning

in a loyal and steadfast manner; with dedication

Example

She faithfully attended every meeting despite her busy schedule.

她忠实地参加了每一次会议，尽管她的日程非常紧张。

B2 verb /ˌriː.kənˈstrʌkt/

reconstruct

重建

Meaning

to build or form something again after it has been damaged or destroyed

Example

The city was reconstructed after the earthquake.

这座城市在地震后重新建设。

B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

蜂群

Meaning

A large group of insects or people moving together.

Example

A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.

一群蜜蜂围绕着树。

B2 noun ˈbɛntʃˌmɑːr.kɪŋ

benchmarking

标准定义与比较分析

Meaning

Comparing with a specific industry or competitor to set the best standards.

Example

Companies use benchmarking to assess their performance.

公司利用基准测试来评估其表现。

B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

结构

Meaning

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

Example

The region has ancient structures.

这个地区有古老的结构。

B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

炸肉饼

Meaning

a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling

Example

She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.

她为晚餐提供了美味的炸鸡肉饼。

B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

成熟

Meaning

The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally

Example

With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.

随着年龄的增长，智慧和情感成熟随之而来。

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。

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

对抗

Meaning

a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition

Example

The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.

两位领导人之间的对抗以没有任何协议结束。

B2 adjective kənˈven.ʃən.əl

conventional

传统的

Meaning

Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.

Example

Many farmers still use conventional farming methods.

许多农民仍然使用传统的农业方法。

B2 noun /rɪˈbel.jən/

Rebellion

起义

Meaning

an act of armed resistance to an established government or leader

Example

The rebellion against the king lasted for three years.

反抗国王的起义持续了三年。

B2 verb /ʌnˈfəʊld/

unfold

展开或打开

Meaning

to open or spread out something that was folded; to gradually reveal or develop

Example

She unfolded the letter carefully.

她小心地展开了信件。

B2 adjective /ˈpær.ə.lel/

Parallel

平行

Meaning

side by side and having the same distance continuously between them; similar or corresponding

Example

The two roads run parallel to each other for several miles.

这两条道路在好几英里内平行。

B2 adjective ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl

controversial

有争议的

Meaning

Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.

Example

The policy remains controversial.

该政策仍然存在争议。

B2 noun /ˈtek.staɪl/

textile

纺织品

Meaning

a type of cloth or woven fabric made by knitting or weaving fibers

Example

Bangladesh is famous for its high-quality textile industry.

孟加拉国以其高质量的纺织业而闻名。

B2 adjective/verb /əˈprɒksɪmət/

approximate

大约的

Meaning

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

Example

The cost is approximate and may change later.

这个成本是大约的，之后可能会改变。

B2 noun /ˈbænər/

banner

Meaning

a large printed sign used for advertisements or announcements

Example

The company displayed a banner to advertise their new product.

B2 adjective /ˈstɪki/

sticky

粘的

Meaning

having the quality of adhering or clinging; difficult to remove or deal with

Example

The candy is too sticky to eat with your hands.

糖果太粘了，不能用手吃。

B2 noun /ˈɜː.dʒən.si/

Urgency

紧急

Meaning

the quality of requiring immediate action or attention; pressing importance

Example

The urgency of the situation required immediate medical attention.

情况的紧急性要求立即的医疗关注。

B2 noun ɪnˈfleɪʃən

inflation

通货膨胀

Meaning

A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.

Example

Inflation erodes the purchasing power of consumers.

通货膨胀侵蚀了消费者的购买力。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Destructive

破坏性

Meaning

causing damage; harmful

Example

The hurricane was highly destructive to coastal areas.

飓风对沿海地区造成了极大的破坏。

B2 noun /ˈbrʌðərhʊd/

brotherhood

兄弟情谊

Meaning

The relationship between brothers; an association of people with common interests

Example

The soldiers shared a strong sense of brotherhood.

士兵们分享了强烈的兄弟情谊。

B2 verb /rɪˈzɑlv/

resolve

解决

Meaning

to solve a problem; to decide firmly

Example

The manager resolves the conflict between employees.

经理解决了员工之间的冲突。

B2 noun

Patriot

爱国者

B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

开药

Meaning

to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine

Example

The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.

医生给我开了药治我的感冒。

B2 noun /ˈspəʊkspɜːrsən/

spokesperson

发言人

Meaning

a person who speaks on behalf of others or an organization

Example

The spokesperson addressed the press conference on behalf of the company.

发言人代表公司在新闻发布会上发言。

B2 noun sliːp ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən

sleep deprivation

睡眠不足

Meaning

The condition of not having enough sleep; lack of adequate sleep.

Example

Sleep deprivation can severely impact mental health.

睡眠不足可能严重影响心理健康。

B2 noun /əˈsɛnt/

ascent

Meaning

The act of rising or climbing to a higher position or level.

Example

The climbers began their ascent to the mountain peak at dawn.

B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

鼓掌

Meaning

to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration

Example

The audience applauded the performance.

观众为表演鼓掌。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈlɪmɪtɪd/

unlimited

无限

Meaning

without any limits or restrictions

Example

The internet plan offers unlimited data for the whole month.

该互联网计划提供整个一个月的无限数据。