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C1 verb /ˈsɔːntər/

saunter

Meaning
to walk in a slow, relaxed manner without hurry or effort
Example
We sauntered along the riverside, stopping now and then to watch the boats.
C1 verb /ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/

vanquish

征服
Meaning
to defeat thoroughly, especially in battle or competition
Example
The army vanquished its enemies with superior strategy.
军队以优越的战略打败了敌人。
C1 noun /ˈroʊdənt/

rodent

啮齿动物
Meaning
a small mammal such as a mouse, rat, or squirrel, characterized by constantly growing incisors
Example
The farmer set traps to catch the rodents in his barn.
农民设置了陷阱，以捕捉谷仓中的啮齿动物。
C1 noun /ɪkˈspæns/

expanse

广阔的区域
Meaning
a wide, open area of land, sea, or sky
Example
The desert is a vast expanse of sand and rock.
沙漠是一个广阔的沙子和岩石区域。
C1 noun /stɑːr fruːts/

Star Fruits

星形水果
Meaning
yellow tropical fruits that form a star shape when sliced crosswise; tangy and crisp taste
Example
When you slice star fruits, they look like beautiful yellow stars on your plate.
当你切开星形水果时，它们看起来就像盘子上的美丽黄色星星。
C1 adjective ɪˈveɪ.sɪv

evasive

回避的, 狡猾的, 模糊的
Meaning
Tending to avoid commitment or self-revelation, especially by responding only indirectly.
Example
He gave an evasive answer to avoid trouble.
他给出了一个回避的答案，以避免麻烦。
C1 noun /ˈboʊ.ə/

Boa

蟒蛇
Meaning
a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction
Example
The boa constrictor wrapped around its prey.
波阿蛇缠绕着它的猎物。
C1 noun /ˈɜːr.θən pɒt/

Earthen pot

陶土锅
Meaning
a container made of baked clay or earth, used for cooking or storing
Example
The earthen pot keeps water naturally cool in summer.
陶土锅能在夏天自然保持水的凉爽。
C1 noun /ˌdaɪəˈrɑːmə/

diorama

立体模型
Meaning
a three-dimensional model representing a scene, often with miniature figures
Example
The museum displayed a diorama of an ancient village.
博物馆展示了一个古代村庄的立体模型。
C1 noun /ˈhɪpnətɪzəm/

hypnotism

催眠术
Meaning
The practice or act of inducing hypnosis.
Example
He studied hypnotism as part of his psychology degree.
他在心理学学位课程中学习了催眠术。
C1 noun /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ væn/

Luggage van

行李车
Meaning
a vehicle designed for carrying luggage and cargo
Example
The luggage van carried all the passengers' suitcases.
行李车载着所有乘客的行李箱。
C1 noun /ˈɡæmbɪt/

gambit

开局牺牲
Meaning
a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation
Example
His opening gambit in the debate caught everyone by surprise.
他在辩论中的开局牺牲让所有人都吃惊。
C1 noun /ˈhɪp.ə.krɪt/

Hypocrite

伪君子; 假仁假义者
Meaning
a person who acts in contradiction to their stated beliefs or feelings; a pretender
Example
Don't be a hypocrite by demanding honesty from others while lying yourself.
不要做伪君子，要求别人诚实，而自己却撒谎。
C1 noun /nɔːrm/

Norm

标准; 常规; 规则; 传统
Meaning
a standard of behavior; what is typical or expected
Example
Working late has become the norm in this company.
加班已成为这家公司的一项常规。
C1 noun/adjective/verb /bʌf/

buff

影迷 / 打磨
Meaning
A fan or enthusiast; also to polish or shine something.
Example
He is a movie buff who watches films every weekend.
他是一个电影迷，每个周末都看电影。
C1 adjective /moʊˈmentəs/

Momentous

重要
Meaning
of great importance or significance; having far-reaching consequences
Example
The signing of the peace treaty was a momentous occasion for both countries.
和平条约的签署是两个国家的一个重要时刻。
C1 noun /ˈnoʊmæd/

nomad

游牧民
Meaning
A person who has no permanent home and moves from place to place.
Example
The desert was once home to nomads who lived by herding animals.
沙漠曾经是游牧民的家，他们靠放牧生存。
C1 adjective kəˈlɒs.əl

Colossal

巨大的
Meaning
Extremely large, gigantic, enormous in size or extent.
Example
The colossal pyramids of Egypt are a marvel of architecture.
埃及的巨大神庙是建筑学的奇迹。
C1 verb /nɪˈɡeɪt/

negate

Meaning
To cancel out or make ineffective; to deny the truth of something.
Example
The new evidence will negate the claims made earlier.
C1 noun /ˌɪmɔːrˈtæləti/

immortality

不朽
Meaning
the state of living forever; eternal life or lasting fame beyond death
Example
Many ancient cultures believed that heroes could achieve immortality through great deeds.
许多古代文化相信英雄可以通过伟大的事迹获得不朽。
C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl/

Navel

肚脐
Meaning
the small hollow in the center of the stomach where the umbilical cord was attached
Example
The baby's navel cord fell off after a week.
婴儿的脐带一周后掉了。
C1 adjective ɪˈroʊ.ni.əs

erroneous

错误的， 不正确的
Meaning
Wrong; incorrect.
Example
His assumptions were completely erroneous.
他的假设完全是错误的。
C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənts/

antecedents

前事
Meaning
previous events, conditions, or people that influence or serve as a basis for something that follows
Example
The lawyer examined the criminal antecedents of the suspect.
律师检查了嫌疑人的犯罪前事。
C1 adjective ˌkwɪn.tɪˈsen.ʃəl

quintessential

典型的完美或典型的例子
Meaning
representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
Example
The artist's work is the quintessential example of modernism.
艺术家的作品是现代主义的典型示例。
C1 verb /dɪˈplɔːr/

deplore

谴责
Meaning
to feel or express strong disapproval of something; to regret deeply
Example
Many people deplore the violence shown on television.
许多人谴责电视上展示的暴力。
C1 noun /kiː/

quay

码头
Meaning
A platform lying alongside or projecting into water for loading and unloading ships.
Example
The cargo was unloaded at the quay.
货物在码头被卸下。
C1 noun /ˌɪnkəmˌpætəˈbɪlɪti/

incompatibility

不兼容性
Meaning
the state of being unable to exist or work together harmoniously; lack of compatibility
Example
The project failed because of incompatibility between the two software systems.
由于两个软件系统之间的不兼容性，项目失败了。
C1 noun, verb /klɒt/

clot

血块
Meaning
a thick mass of coagulated liquid, especially blood; to form such a mass.
Example
The doctor removed a blood clot from the patient.
医生从病人身上取出了血块。
C1 noun /ˈmædʒɪstreɪt/

magistrate

法官
Meaning
A civil officer who administers the law, often with limited judicial authority.
Example
The magistrate presided over the minor criminal case.
法官主持了轻微刑事案件。
C1 noun /ˈɒktəɡən/

octagon

八边形
Meaning
A polygon with eight sides and eight angles.
Example
The stop sign is shaped like an octagon.
停车标志呈八边形。
C1 noun, verb /ˈliːvər/ or /ˈlɛvər/

lever

杠杆，刚性杆
Meaning
a rigid bar used to move or lift heavy objects; to move something using leverage.
Example
He used a lever to lift the heavy stone.
他使用了一个杠杆来举起重石。
C1 adjective /ˈpɪθ.i/

pithy

简洁而有意义
Meaning
concise and meaningful; full of substance
Example
She gave a pithy comment that summarized the issue perfectly.
她给出了一个简洁的评论，完美地总结了问题。
C1 noun /ˈkoʊtʃ.mən/

Coachman

马车夫
Meaning
a person who drives a horse-drawn carriage or coach
Example
The coachman skillfully guided the horses through the busy streets.
马车夫熟练地引导着马匹穿过繁忙的街道。
C1 adjective /dɪˈmɒnstrəbl/

demonstrable

可证明的
Meaning
clearly able to be shown or proven
Example
There was demonstrable evidence that he was innocent.
有可证明的证据表明他是无辜的。
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。
C1 noun /ˌsəʊ.ʃi.əʊˈek.ə.nɒm.ɪk ˈprɒɡ.res/

socioeconomic progress

社会经济进步
Meaning
Advancement in both social and economic conditions of a society or community.
Example
Socioeconomic progress uplifts marginalized communities.
社会经济进步提升了边缘化社区。
C1 verb /ɪnˈtæŋɡəl/

entangle

Meaning
to become twisted together or caught in something; to involve in difficulties
Example
The fish got entangled in the net.
C1 verb /əˈpiːz/

appease

安抚 / 满足
Meaning
to calm or pacify someone by meeting their demands
Example
The manager tried to appease the angry customer.
经理试图安抚愤怒的顾客。
C1 adjective /ˌæl.ɡəˈrɪð.mɪk/

algorithmic

基于算法
Meaning
Based on or using algorithms; relating to mathematical rules or procedures.
Example
Algorithmic processes power artificial intelligence systems.
算法过程驱动人工智能系统。
C1 verb /veks/

vex

烦扰
Meaning
to annoy or frustrate someone; to cause trouble
Example
The constant noise from construction vexes the residents.
来自施工的持续噪音烦扰着居民。
C1 noun /ˈwiː.vər/

Weaver

织工
Meaning
a person who makes cloth by interlacing threads on a loom
Example
The skilled weaver created intricate patterns on the silk fabric.
熟练的织工在丝绸布料上创造了复杂的图案。
C1 noun /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdər/

Gunpowder

火药
Meaning
explosive powder used in guns and fireworks
Example
Gunpowder was invented in ancient China.
火药是在古代中国发明的。
C1 noun ˈvæljuː beɪst ˌɛdjuːˈkeɪʃən

value-based education

基于价值的教育
Meaning
Education that emphasizes moral principles and ethical values.
Example
Value-based education shapes moral character.
基于价值的教育塑造了道德品格。
C1 verb /kənˈdəʊn/

condone

宽容
Meaning
To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.
Example
The manager refused to condone harassment in the workplace.
经理拒绝在工作场所宽容骚扰。
C1 verb /ɪkˈspend/

expend

花费
Meaning
to use up or consume; to spend energy or resources
Example
He expended all his energy on the project.
他把所有的精力都投入到这个项目上。
C1 noun /ˈɔr.ə.kəl/

Oracle

神谕
Meaning
a person regarded as a source of wise counsel; in ancient times, a priest or priestess acting as a medium
Example
The ancient Greeks consulted the oracle at Delphi.
古希腊人曾在德尔菲咨询神谕。
C1 noun ˈfɜːr.vɚ

fervor

热情或热衷
Meaning
Strong passion or enthusiasm for something.
Example
He spoke with great fervor about his vision for the company.
他以极大的热情谈论他对公司未来的愿景。
C1 noun /ˈfen.jʊ.griːk/

Fenugreek

胡芦巴
Meaning
an herb whose seeds and leaves are used as a spice in cooking
Example
Fenugreek seeds have a slightly bitter taste and are commonly used in Indian cuisine.
胡芦巴种子有轻微的苦味，通常用于印度菜肴中。
C1 noun /waɪld bɔːr/

Wild-Boar

野猪
Meaning
a wild pig that lives in forests and has long curved teeth
Example
The wild boar ran through the forest quickly.
野猪快速地穿过森林。
C1 adjective /ˈvɛnəˌreɪtɪd/

venerated

受人尊敬的
Meaning
respected and admired deeply
Example
The venerated professor was honored with an award.
这位受人尊敬的教授获得了奖项。
C1 adjective /tɜːrs/

terse

简洁
Meaning
brief and to the point; sparing in the use of words
Example
His reply was terse and ended the conversation quickly.
他的回答简洁，迅速结束了对话。
C1 noun /ɪmˈpɒs.tər/

Impostor

冒充者; 欺诈者
Meaning
a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others; a fraud
Example
The impostor convinced everyone he was a doctor until his fake credentials were discovered.
冒充者说服了每个人，直到他的假证书被发现。
C1 verb /dɪˈdjuːs/

deduce

推断
Meaning
to reach a conclusion by reasoning or inference
Example
From the evidence, the detective deduced that the suspect was lying.
从证据来看，侦探推断出嫌疑人是在撒谎。
C1 noun /ˈrɒndɪvuː/

rendezvous

约会
Meaning
a meeting or appointment at an agreed time and place
Example
They arranged a secret rendezvous at the café.
他们在咖啡馆安排了一次秘密的会面。
C1 adjective ˈtæktɪkəl

tactical

战术
Meaning
Relating to or constituting actions carefully planned to gain a specific military or political end.
Example
Tactical thinking is crucial in business negotiations.
战术思维在商业谈判中至关重要。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈmɑːrʃən/

martian

火星人
Meaning
Related to the planet Mars; or an imaginary being from Mars.
Example
The movie showed a Martian visiting Earth.
电影展示了一个火星人访问地球。
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。
C1 noun /ˈʌndərdɒɡ/

underdog

逆袭者
Meaning
a competitor thought to have little chance of winning; a weaker party in a contest
Example
The underdog team surprised everyone by winning the championship.
逆袭者队伍通过赢得锦标赛让所有人都惊讶。
C1 adjective /fərˈlɔːrn/

forlorn

孤独的, 绝望的
Meaning
extremely sad, lonely, or abandoned
Example
The abandoned puppy looked so forlorn in the rain.
被遗弃的小狗在雨中看起来如此悲伤。
C1 adjective /dɪˈlæpɪˌdeɪtɪd/

dilapidated

破旧的
Meaning
Fallen into disrepair or ruin due to neglect or age.
Example
The family lived in a dilapidated house at the edge of town.
这个家庭住在城市边缘的一座破旧的房子里。
C1 noun ˌdjʊə.rəˈbɪl.ə.ti

durability

耐用性
Meaning
The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.
Example
The durability of materials affects performance.
材料的耐用性会影响性能。
C1 noun /ˈloʊ.kəst/

Locust

蝗虫
Meaning
a large insect that flies in groups and eats crops
Example
The locusts destroyed the entire wheat field.
蝗虫摧毁了整个小麦田。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkɒmprɪˈhɛnsəbl/

incomprehensible

难以理解的
Meaning
Impossible or very difficult to understand.
Example
The professor’s lecture was so fast it became incomprehensible.
教授的讲座太快了，以至于变得难以理解。
C1 noun /ˌmælnuːˈtrɪʃən/

Malnutrition

营养不良; 缺乏营养
Meaning
Lack of proper nutrition; poor nourishment
Example
Malnutrition among children is a serious public health concern.
儿童营养不良是一个严重的公共卫生问题。
C1 noun /ˈfiːtəs/

fetus

胎儿
Meaning
an unborn or unhatched offspring in the womb or egg
Example
The doctor explained the development of the fetus during pregnancy.
医生解释了胎儿在怀孕期间的发展。
C1 verb /ˈbəʊl.stər/

bolster

增强
Meaning
To support or strengthen; to prop up.
Example
The new policy aims to bolster economic growth.
新政策旨在促进经济增长。
C1 verb /jɜːrn/

yearn

渴望
Meaning
to have a deep longing or desire for something
Example
She yearned for her homeland after living abroad for years.
她在国外生活多年后，渴望着她的家乡。
C1 adjective /ˌɛpɪˈsɒdɪk/

episodic

集集式的
Meaning
Happening occasionally or in separate parts; related to episodes.
Example
Her interest in art was episodic, coming and going over the years.
她对艺术的兴趣是间歇性的，随着岁月的流逝而来又去。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnstənˈteɪniəs/

instantaneous

即时
Meaning
Happening immediately, without any delay.
Example
The change in temperature was almost instantaneous.
温度变化几乎是即时的。
C1 noun /ɡəˈrɪlə/

guerrilla

Meaning
a member of a small independent group taking part in irregular fighting, typically against larger forces
Example
The guerrilla fighters used ambushes to attack enemy positions.
C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈweɪ/

outweigh

比...更重要
Meaning
To be more important, valuable, or significant than something else.
Example
The benefits of the new policy outweigh the risks.
新政策的好处超过了风险。
C1 adjective /ˈrek.wɪ.zɪt/

Requisite

必要的; 强制的
Meaning
made necessary by particular circumstances; required
Example
Good communication skills are requisite for this job.
良好的沟通技巧是这项工作的必要条件。
C1 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.ə.bəl/

pitiable

可怜的
Meaning
deserving sympathy or compassion
Example
The stray dog looked pitiable in the rain.
那只流浪狗在雨中看起来十分可怜。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈʃeɪkən/

Unshaken

坚定不移; 坚固
Meaning
not disturbed or affected; firm and steady; unwavering
Example
Her faith remained unshaken despite all the challenges.
尽管面临所有挑战，她的信念依然坚定不移。
C1 noun /heɪz/

Haze

雾霾
Meaning
a slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles; confusion
Example
The morning haze lifted gradually as the sun rose higher in the sky.
早晨的雾霾逐渐消散，随着太阳在空中升得更高。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnˌkɒnsɪˈkwɛnʃəl/

inconsequential

微不足道
Meaning
Not important or significant; too small to matter.
Example
The mistake was minor and inconsequential.
这个错误是微不足道的。
C1 verb /ˈpɑːzɪt/

posit

Meaning
To assume or suggest something as a fact or basis for reasoning.
Example
The scientist posited a new theory to explain the phenomenon.
C1 adjective /əbˈnɒkʃəs/

Obnoxious

令人讨厌的；惹人厌的；极其讨厌的
Meaning
extremely unpleasant; offensive; annoying
Example
His obnoxious behavior at the party annoyed everyone.
他在聚会上的令人讨厌的举止惹恼了在场的每一个人。
C1 adjective /ˈpent ʌp/

Pent-up

压抑的; 受限的; 被困住的
Meaning
suppressed; restrained; confined
Example
He had pent-up anger that finally exploded.
他有压抑的愤怒，最终爆发了。
C1 noun /ˈdɪɡnɪˌtɛri/

dignitary

重要人物
Meaning
a person considered to be important because of high rank or office
Example
Several foreign dignitaries attended the state banquet.
几位外国重要人物出席了国宴。
C1 noun/verb /brʊk/

brook

小溪 / 容忍
Meaning
As a noun: a small natural stream; As a verb: to tolerate or endure something
Example
The village was built near a clear brook.
这个村庄建在一条清澈的小溪旁。
C1 verb /eɪl/

ail

生病
Meaning
to be ill or suffer from a physical or mental problem; to trouble or afflict
Example
She has been ailing since last winter.
她从去年冬天开始一直生病。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɛn.ɪ.trə.bəl/

impenetrable

Meaning
Impossible to pass through or enter; impossible to understand.
Example
The dense forest was nearly impenetrable.
C1 adjective /ˈsʌn.dri/

sundry

杂项
Meaning
Various or miscellaneous.
Example
The shop sells fruits, clothes, and sundry items.
这家店卖水果、衣服和各种商品。
C1 adjective /ˈrep.jə.tə.bəl/

Reputable

声誉良好
Meaning
having a good reputation; respected and trusted
Example
She works for a reputable law firm in the city.
她在这座城市的一个声誉卓著的律师事务所工作。
C1 adjective /həˈmɑː.dʒə.nəs/

homogenous

同质的
Meaning
Similar or uniform in nature; often used interchangeably with 'homogeneous'.
Example
The class was made up of a homogenous group of students.
这个班级由一个同质的学生组组成。
C1 noun ˌnɒn.kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən

non-cooperation

不合作
Meaning
The practice of refusing to cooperate, especially as a form of protest.
Example
The non-cooperation movement gained momentum.
不合作运动获得了动力。
C1 noun /ˈɡreɪ.tər/

Grater

擦菜板
Meaning
a kitchen utensil with a rough surface for grating food into small pieces
Example
Use the grater to grate cheese for the pizza.
使用擦菜板来擦干酪做披萨。
C1 noun /kɔːrs flaʊər/

Course flour

粗面粉
Meaning
coarsely ground flour with larger particles, typically used for baking bread
Example
She used course flour to make homemade bread with a rustic texture.
她使用了粗面粉做了一个有乡村质感的自制面包。
C1 noun /ˈʃʊɡ.ər ˈkæn.di/

Sugar candy

糖果
Meaning
crystallized sugar formed into small pieces; rock candy made from sugar syrup
Example
The children enjoyed eating colorful sugar candy at the festival.
孩子们在节日上享受吃彩色的糖果。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːr.tɪ.tjuːd/

fortitude

坚韧
Meaning
Courage in pain or adversity; mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty.
Example
She faced adversity with great fortitude.
她以巨大的勇气面对困境。
C1 verb /bɒtʃ/

botch

搞砸
Meaning
to carry out a task badly or carelessly
Example
He completely botched the repair job.
他完全搞砸了维修工作。
C1 adjective ˈfjuː.taɪl

futile

徒劳的
Meaning
Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless.
Example
His attempts to change the situation were futile.
他改变局势的努力是徒劳的。
C1 verb /bɔːk/

balk

拒绝
Meaning
to hesitate or refuse to proceed or comply
Example
She balked at signing the contract without reading it fully.
她犹豫着没有完全阅读合同就签署了。
C1 adjective ɪmˈpɪr.ɪ.kəl

empirical

经验的或基于经验的
Meaning
Based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.
Example
Scientific research relies on empirical evidence.
科学研究依赖于经验性证据。
C1 noun /ˈsɛdətɪv/

sedative

镇静剂
Meaning
A substance that calms the nerves or induces sleep.
Example
The doctor prescribed a sedative to help the patient sleep.
医生开了镇静剂来帮助病人入睡。
C1 verb /dɪˈmiːn/

demean

贬低
Meaning
to cause someone to lose dignity or respect
Example
The manager demeaned his employees with rude remarks.
经理用粗鲁的言辞贬低了他的员工。
C1 noun /ˈʌndərˌɡɑːrmənt/

undergarment

内衣
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn under outer clothes, usually next to the skin
Example
He bought new undergarments for the wedding.
他为婚礼买了新的内衣。
C1 adjective /dæft/

daft

愚蠢
Meaning
Silly or foolish.
Example
It was a daft idea to go hiking without water.
没有水去远足是一个愚蠢的想法。
C1 noun /weɪ/

Whey

乳清
Meaning
the watery part of milk that separates from the curds when making cheese
Example
Whey protein is popular among athletes and bodybuilders.
乳清蛋白在运动员和健美选手中非常受欢迎。
C1 noun /daɪˈvɜː.dʒəns/

divergence

分歧
Meaning
The process or state of diverging; a difference or deviation between two or more things.
Example
The divergence in their opinions led to a heated debate.
他们的意见分歧导致了激烈的辩论。
C1 adjective /ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəl/

Unilateral

单方面
Meaning
one-sided; involving only one party
Example
The country made a unilateral decision to withdraw from the treaty.
这个国家做出了单方面的决定，退出了条约。
C1 adjective /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪtɪŋ/

discriminating

挑剔的
Meaning
Having refined taste or good judgment; able to recognize subtle differences.
Example
She is known for her discriminating taste in art.
她以自己在艺术上的挑剔眼光而闻名。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈmæm.əθ/

mammoth

Meaning
An extinct large elephant-like animal with long curved tusks; also means something huge.
Example
The company faced a mammoth challenge during expansion.
C1 verb /dɪsˈɡrʌntl/

disgruntle

使不满
Meaning
to make someone dissatisfied or discontented
Example
The unfair treatment disgruntled the workers.
不公平的待遇使工人感到不满。
C1 noun /rɪˈpen.təns/

Repentance

悔改
Meaning
the action of repenting; sincere regret or remorse
Example
His genuine repentance moved everyone in the courtroom.
他真正的悔改感动了法庭上的所有人。
C1 adjective /ˌnɒnˈvɜː.bəl/

non-verbal

不涉及或使用语言或演讲; 通过手势、肢体语言或面部表情进行交流。
Meaning
Not involving or using words or speech; communicated through gestures, body language, or facial expressions.
Example
Non-verbal cues are just as important as words.
非语言提示与言语同样重要。
C1 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃənər/

executioner

刽子手
Meaning
A person who carries out a death sentence by execution.
Example
The executioner prepared the gallows for the condemned prisoner.
刽子手为被定罪的囚犯准备了绞刑架。
C1 verb /ˌriːˈkɒn.stɪ.tʃuːt/

reconstitute

重建
Meaning
to restore something to its original form or state; to reassemble
Example
The group was reconstituted after the leader returned.
该小组在领导人归来后重新组建。
C1 noun/verb /dɪsˈdeɪn/

disdain

Meaning
The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect; to regard with contempt.
Example
She looked at the messy room with open disdain.
C1 noun prɪˈsɪʒ.ən ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃər

precision agriculture

精准农业
Meaning
The technique of conducting agricultural work using advanced technology.
Example
Precision agriculture optimizes resource use and increases efficiency.
精准农业优化资源使用并提高效率。
C1 verb /ˈæbdɪkeɪt/

abdicate

放弃王位
Meaning
To give up a position of power or responsibility, especially a throne.
Example
The king decided to abdicate the throne.
国王决定放弃王位。
C1 noun /ˈdʒuː.bɪ.liː/

Jubilee

周年纪念; 特别庆典
Meaning
a special anniversary celebration, especially the 25th, 50th, or 60th anniversary of an important event
Example
The school celebrated its golden jubilee with a grand ceremony.
学校以盛大的仪式庆祝了它的金色周年纪念。
C1 adjective /ˈbrɪtl/

brittle

脆弱
Meaning
easily broken or cracked; hard but liable to break
Example
The glass was so brittle that it cracked easily.
玻璃太脆弱，容易破裂。
C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌtʊr/

overture

序曲 / 提议
Meaning
An introduction to something more substantial; a proposal or preliminary action.
Example
The peace overture was welcomed by both nations.
和平提议得到了两个国家的欢迎。
C1 noun /ˌkɒnfɪˈdɑːnt/

confidante

知己
Meaning
A woman with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting her not to repeat it.
Example
The queen’s maid became her most trusted confidante.
皇后的女仆成为了她最信任的知己。
C1 verb ɪˈnɪʃɪeɪtɪd

initiated

启动
Meaning
Caused a process or action to begin; started something.
Example
The project was initiated to enhance marine biodiversity.
该项目已启动以促进海洋生物多样性。
C1 verb /ˌriːɪnˈsteɪt/

reinstate

恢复
Meaning
To restore someone or something to their former position or condition.
Example
The company decided to reinstate the suspended employee.
公司决定恢复被停职的员工。
C1 noun /juːˈtoʊpiə/

utopia

乌托邦
Meaning
An imagined perfect society or place where everything is ideal.
Example
Many philosophers dreamed of creating a utopia for humanity.
许多哲学家梦想着为人类创造一个乌托邦。
C1 noun /ˈprɒdɪdʒi/

prodigy

神童
Meaning
a person, especially a young one, with exceptional talents or abilities
Example
Mozart was a child prodigy in music.
莫扎特是一个音乐神童。
C1 noun /ˈfreɪlti/

frailty

脆弱
Meaning
The condition of being weak, delicate, or easily broken.
Example
Old age often comes with physical frailty.
衰老通常伴随着身体的脆弱。