B2 verb /skriːtʃ/

screech

发出尖锐的声音

Meaning

to make a loud, high-pitched and unpleasant sound

Example

The car screeched to a halt.

那辆车发出了刺耳的声音并猛地停下。

B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

悲观主义

Meaning

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.

Example

Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.

她的悲观主义让保持乐观变得很困难。

B2 verb /rɪˈkʌvərɪŋ/

recovering

恢复

Meaning

the process of getting better after illness, loss, or difficulty

Example

She is still recovering from the flu.

她还在从流感中恢复。

B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enrol

报名

Meaning

To officially register or sign up for a course, program, or membership

Example

She decided to enrol in a language course to improve her skills.

她决定报名参加一门语言课程以提高她的技能。

B2 adverb /ˈfɔːrmərli/

Formerly

以前; 从前

Meaning

in the past; previously; at an earlier time

Example

The building was formerly a school but is now a community center.

这座建筑以前是学校，但现在是一个社区中心。

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 noun /ˈɡræs.hɒp.ər/

Grass-hopper

蚱蜢

Meaning

a jumping insect with long hind legs that feeds on grass and plants

Example

The grasshopper jumped from one leaf to another.

蚱蜢从一片叶子跳到另一片。

B2 noun /əˈvɔɪdəns/

avoidance

回避

Meaning

the act of staying away from something; deliberate prevention of contact or confrontation

Example

Avoidance of difficult conversations can create bigger problems later.

回避困难的对话可能会在以后造成更大的问题。

B2 noun /præŋk/

prank

恶作剧

Meaning

A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.

Example

They played a harmless prank on their friend during the party.

他们在派对上和朋友玩了一个无害的恶作剧。

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 dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

破坏

Meaning

To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.

Example

Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.

个人追求破坏了社会和谐。

B2 noun /ˈdæf.ə.dɪl/

Daffodil

水仙花

Meaning

A bright yellow spring flower with a trumpet-shaped center, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings

Example

The daffodils bloomed early this spring in the meadow.

这些水仙花在这个春天早早在草地上盛开。

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/

Sculpture

雕塑; 通过雕刻制作的艺术品

Meaning

the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving

Example

The museum displays ancient Greek sculpture.

博物馆展示了古希腊雕塑。

B2 verb /nɒd/

nod

点头

Meaning

to move one's head down and up to show agreement or acknowledgment

Example

She nodded in agreement with the proposal.

她点头表示同意该提议。

B2 noun ˈflaɪ.ɪŋ kɑːrz

flying cars

飞行汽车

Meaning

Vehicles that can travel both on roads and in the air.

Example

Flying cars could soon solve urban traffic congestion.

飞行汽车很快就能解决城市交通拥堵问题。

B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

制造商

Meaning

A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.

Example

The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.

制造商为全球市场生产汽车。

B2 verb /ˈɒkjʊpaɪ/

occupy

占据

Meaning

to take up space or time; to live or work in a place

Example

The new family will occupy the house next month.

新家庭将于下个月入住这所房子。

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl/

Virtual

虚拟的

Meaning

almost or nearly as described, but not completely or according to strict definition; existing in essence or effect, though not in fact

Example

The virtual meeting allowed participants from different countries to collaborate.

虚拟会议使来自不同国家的参与者能够进行合作。

B2 noun /ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

verification

验证

Meaning

The process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.

Example

The bank requires verification of identity before opening an account.

银行在开设账户之前需要进行身份验证。

B2 noun /ˈɒp.tɪ.mɪ.zəm/

optimism

乐观

Meaning

Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.

Example

Her optimism helped her overcome difficult times.

她的乐观帮助她克服了困难的时光。

B2 noun /ˈtiːmmeɪt/

teammate

队友

Meaning

a member of the same team

Example

He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal.

他在进球后祝贺了他的队友。

B2 adjective /rɪˈlaɪ.ənt/

reliant

依赖的

Meaning

depending on someone or something for support

Example

The country is too reliant on imported goods.

这个国家过于依赖进口商品。

B2 noun /ˈsæksəfoʊn/

Saxophone

萨克斯风

Meaning

a wind musical instrument with a curved metal body and a single reed mouthpiece

Example

The jazz musician played a beautiful solo on his saxophone.

爵士乐手在他的萨克斯风上演奏了一首美妙的独奏。

B2 noun /ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

telescope

望远镜

Meaning

An optical instrument used to make distant objects appear closer and larger by collecting and focusing light.

Example

The astronomer used a telescope to observe the distant planets.

天文学家使用望远镜观察遥远的行星。

B2 noun /bleɪd/

Blade

刀片

Meaning

a sharp flat cutting edge of a knife, sword, or tool

Example

The blade of the knife needs to be sharpened.

刀刃需要磨锐。

B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

英寸 / 缓慢移动

Meaning

A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.

Example

She inched closer to the edge of the stage.

她慢慢靠近舞台的边缘。

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.sə.taɪl/

versatile

多才多艺

Meaning

Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many uses or applications.

Example

He is a versatile musician who can play multiple instruments.

他是一个多才多艺的音乐家，能演奏多种乐器。

B2 noun /ˈsaɪrən/

siren

警报器

Meaning

A device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning; in mythology, a creature that lures sailors with enchanting songs.

Example

The police car passed with its siren blaring.

警车经过时，警报器发出尖锐的声音。

B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

块 / 大块

Meaning

a thick or solid piece of something

Example

She cut the cake into large chunks.

她把蛋糕切成大块。

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 noun /wɒsp/

Wasp

黄蜂

Meaning

a flying insect with a yellow and black striped body and a painful sting

Example

The wasp stung me when I disturbed its nest.

当我打扰它的巢时，黄蜂刺伤了我。

B2 noun /əˈpoʊ.nənt/

Opponent

对手; 竞争者

Meaning

a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another

Example

The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.

象棋选手击败了他最强的对手。

B2 noun /liːk/

Leak

漏洞; 漏水

Meaning

a hole in a container or covering through which contents escape or enter accidentally

Example

There is a leak in the water pipe.

水管里有一个漏洞。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Competent

有能力的; 能干的

Meaning

having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable

Example

She is a competent manager who handles all tasks efficiently.

她是一个能干的经理，能够高效地处理所有任务。

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 verb /ɪˈveɪd/

evade

回避

Meaning

To escape or avoid something, especially by cleverness or trickery.

Example

He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.

他通过换话题来回避问题。

B2 noun /ˈɡlæm.ər/

Glamour

魅力; 吸引力; 魅惑;

Meaning

an attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem appealing; alluring charm

Example

The glamour of Hollywood attracted young actors from around the world.

好莱坞的魅力吸引了世界各地的年轻演员。

B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

恼火的

Meaning

feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition

Example

She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.

窗外持续的噪音让她感到恼火。

B2 adjective /rɪˈzɪstənt/

resistant

抗性

Meaning

not affected by something; able to oppose or withstand

Example

This fabric is resistant to water and stains.

这块布料对水和污渍具有抗性。

B2 verb /ʌnˈtaɪ/

untie

解开

Meaning

to loosen or remove a knot or binding; to release something that is tied

Example

She untied the rope to free the boat.

她解开绳子来释放船只。

B2 verb /əˈspaɪər/

aspire

渴望

Meaning

to have a strong desire to achieve something

Example

Many students aspire to study abroad.

许多学生渴望去国外学习。

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

剑

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

骑士拔出了剑来保护城堡。

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 /ˈmɑː.vəl/

marvel

惊叹

Meaning

To be filled with wonder or astonishment.

Example

People marvel at their surroundings.

人们对他们的周围环境感到惊叹。

B2 noun /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

办公隔间

Meaning

A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.

Example

She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.

她和另外三位同事在一个办公隔间里工作。

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 noun /ˈskɔːr.pi.ən/

Scorpion

蝎子

Meaning

a small creature with eight legs, two claws, and a curved tail with a poisonous sting

Example

The scorpion hid under the rock during the day.

蝎子在白天藏在石头下。

B2 verb /əˈsaɪn/

assign

分配

Meaning

to give someone a task, duty, or responsibility

Example

The manager will assign tasks to the new employees.

经理将给新员工分配任务。

B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

湿滑的

Meaning

smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping

Example

The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.

清洁后地板非常湿滑。

B2 noun /ɪnˈventər/

inventor

发明家

Meaning

a person who creates or designs something new, especially a device, method, or process

Example

The inventor patented her new medical device.

这位发明家为她的新医疗设备申请了专利。

B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

盟友

Meaning

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

Example

The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.

这两个国家决定联合对抗共同的敌人。

B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪl.ɪ.ti/

tranquillity

宁静

Meaning

the state of being calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance

Example

She enjoyed the tranquillity of the countryside after years in the city.

她在城市中待了多年后，享受乡村的宁静。

B2 adjective, noun /ˈɛəriəl/

aerial

空中 / 天线

Meaning

As an adjective: existing or happening in the air. As a noun: an antenna for receiving radio or television signals.

Example

The pilot performed an amazing aerial maneuver.

飞行员执行了一个令人惊叹的空中机动。

B2 noun /ˈkɒm.ɪt/

Comet

彗星

Meaning

a celestial object consisting of ice and dust that develops a tail when approaching the sun

Example

Halley's Comet appears in the sky every 76 years.

哈雷彗星每76年出现在天空中。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɪə.ri.ər/

inferior

低级的

Meaning

Of lower quality, rank, or status.

Example

This material is inferior to the one we used before.

这种材料比我们之前用的差。

B2 adjective əˈkwætɪk

aquatic

水生

Meaning

Growing or living in or near water; of or relating to water.

Example

Aquatic species are being endangered by pollution.

水生物种正受到污染的威胁。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɒdi/

embody

体现

Meaning

To give tangible or visible form to an idea, quality, or feeling.

Example

She embodies the spirit of generosity.

她体现了慷慨的精神。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈkɒmən/

uncommon

不常见

Meaning

rare, unusual, or remarkable

Example

It is uncommon to see snow in this region.

在这个地区看到雪是不常见的。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈbaɪəst/

unbiased

公正

Meaning

Not showing prejudice; impartial and fair.

Example

The report gave an unbiased view of the situation.

报告提供了该情况的公正观点。

B2 noun /ədˈvɛntʃərər/

adventurer

冒险家

Meaning

a person who seeks exciting, risky, or unusual experiences; someone who explores new or unknown places

Example

The adventurer traveled deep into the jungle in search of ancient ruins.

这位冒险家深入丛林寻找古老的遗迹。

B2 verb /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/

symbolize

象征

Meaning

to represent or stand for something else

Example

The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.

鸽子在不同文化中象征着和平。

B2 noun rɪˈkruːt.mənt

recruitment

招聘

Meaning

The action of finding new people to join an organization or support a cause.

Example

Recruitment strengthens the workforce.

招聘增强了劳动力。

B2 adverb /mɪdst/

Midst

在中间; 在...之中

Meaning

in the middle of; among

Example

She stood in the midst of the crowd.

她站在人群中间。

B2 adjective /ˈfræntɪk/

frantic

疯狂的

Meaning

Extremely anxious, hurried, or out of control due to fear or excitement.

Example

She made a frantic call to her family after the accident.

事故发生后，她紧急给家人打了电话。

B2 adjective /hɑːrʃ/

Harsh

严厉的; 粗糙的; 残酷的; 严格的

Meaning

unpleasantly hard or rough in texture; cruel or severe

Example

The teacher gave harsh criticism about my work.

老师对我的工作给出了严厉的批评。

B2 noun /ˈmeɪn.tən.əns/

maintenance

维护

Meaning

The process of keeping something in proper working condition; upkeep.

Example

Regular maintenance increases the lifespan of machines.

定期维护可延长机器的寿命。

B2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/

execution

执行，实施

Meaning

the act of carrying out a plan, order, or legal sentence

Example

The success of a project depends on its proper execution.

项目的成功取决于其正确的执行。

B2 noun /ˈseɡ.mənt/

Segment

部分; 段; 切分的部分

Meaning

each of the parts into which something is divided; a section or portion

Example

The orange was divided into eight segments.

橙子被分成了八个部分。

B2 adjective /ˌbaɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

bilingual

双语的

Meaning

Able to speak two languages fluently.

Example

She grew up in a bilingual household speaking both English and Spanish.

她在一个双语家庭中长大，既说英语也说西班牙语。

B2 noun /tʃɔːr/

chore

家务

Meaning

A routine task, especially a household duty.

Example

Washing the dishes is my least favorite chore.

洗碗是我最不喜欢的家务。

B2 adjective /ˈklʌm.zi/

clumsy

笨拙的

Meaning

awkward in movement or lacking skill

Example

He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time.

他这么笨，总是把东西掉下来。

B2 noun /beɪ liːf/

Bay leaf

月桂叶

Meaning

dried aromatic leaf of the bay laurel tree used as a culinary herb

Example

Add a bay leaf to the soup for extra flavor.

在汤中加入月桂叶，增添风味。

B2 noun /faʊl/

Fowl

家禽

Meaning

a domesticated bird kept for meat or eggs; chicken or other poultry

Example

The farmer raised fowl in his backyard for fresh eggs and meat.

农民在后院养家禽，提供新鲜的鸡蛋和肉。

B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

偏见

Meaning

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

Example

We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.

我们必须在我们的社会中与偏见和歧视作斗争。

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 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 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

前沿, 创新, 尖端技术

Meaning

The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.

Example

This company develops cutting-edge technology.

这家公司开发尖端技术。

B2 adjective /ˈpeɪ.ə.bəl/

Payable

应付的

Meaning

required to be paid; owed as a debt

Example

The amount is payable within thirty days of the invoice date.

该金额应在发票日期后30天内支付。

B2 noun /baɪˈɒɡrəfi/

Biography

传记

Meaning

an account of someone's life written by someone else; the story of a person's life

Example

I'm reading a fascinating biography of Albert Einstein.

我正在阅读一部关于阿尔伯特·爱因斯坦的迷人传记。

B2 adjective /ˈfɔːrtʃənət/

fortunate

幸运的

Meaning

Having good luck or receiving something desirable by chance.

Example

She was fortunate to escape the accident without injuries.

她很幸运没有在事故中受伤。

B2 adverb /ɪˈsɛnʃəli/

essentially

本质上

Meaning

Used to emphasize the basic or fundamental nature of something.

Example

The two plans are essentially the same.

这两个计划本质上是相同的。

B2 noun /ˈsɑːfmɔːr/

sophomore

大二学生

Meaning

a student in their second year of study at a university or high school

Example

He’s a sophomore in college, studying computer science.

他是大学的二年级学生，学习计算机科学。

B2 verb /ɪnˈveɪd/

invade

入侵

Meaning

to enter a place or country forcefully, especially as an enemy

Example

The army invaded the neighboring country.

军队入侵了邻国。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɜː.bɪŋ/

disturbing

令人不安

Meaning

causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress

Example

The news about the accident was deeply disturbing.

关于事故的新闻令人深感不安。

B2 noun /əˈfens/

Offence

罪行; 侵犯法规

Meaning

a breach of law or rule; an annoyance or resentment

Example

Stealing is a serious offence punishable by law.

盗窃是严重的罪行，依法可追究。

B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

公共的

Meaning

Shared by all members of a community; for common use.

Example

The villagers worked together in the communal garden.

村民们在公共花园里一起劳动。

B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

伪装

Meaning

the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings

Example

The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.

士兵们使用伪装来躲避敌人。

B2 noun /buːˈtiːk/

boutique

时尚店

Meaning

a small shop that sells fashionable clothes or accessories

Example

She bought a beautiful dress from a boutique downtown.

她在市中心的时尚店里买了一件漂亮的裙子。

B2 verb /ˈsɒfən/

soften

使变软

Meaning

to make or become less hard, severe, or strong.

Example

Heat will soften the butter quickly.

热量会很快使黄油变软。

B2 noun ˈlaɪv.stɒk ˈfɑː.mɪŋ

livestock farming

畜牧业

Meaning

The breeding, raising, and care of farm animals such as cattle, horses, sheep, and pigs for food, fiber, and other products.

Example

Livestock farming plays a crucial role in food security.

畜牧业在食品安全中发挥着至关重要的作用。

B2 noun /juːˈtɪl.ə.ti/

Utility

效用; 益处; 公共服务

Meaning

the state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial; a public service

Example

The utility of solar panels increases with rising electricity costs.

随着电费上涨，太阳能板的效用也在增加。

B2 noun, verb /stɛm/

stem

茎 / 遏制

Meaning

Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.

Example

The gardener cut the stem of the rose; New policies aim to stem the flow of pollution.

园丁剪下了玫瑰的茎；新政策旨在遏制污染的流动。

B2 verb /ˈlaɪtən/

lighten

使变亮；缓和

Meaning

to make something brighter or less dark; to make something less heavy or serious

Example

A joke can lighten the mood during a tense meeting.

一个笑话可以缓和紧张会议的气氛。

B2 noun /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəri/

beneficiary

受益人

Meaning

a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy

Example

She is the sole beneficiary of her father’s estate.

她是她父亲遗产的唯一受益人。

B2 noun /rɪˈzembləns/

Resemblance

相似

Meaning

the state of being alike or similar; similarity in appearance or character

Example

There's a strong resemblance between the two sisters.

这两个姐妹之间有着强烈的相似性。

B2 noun fəˈtɪl.ɪ.ti

fertility

肥力

Meaning

The quality of being fertile; fruitfulness.

Example

Fertility of the soil is crucial for farming.

土壤的肥力对农业至关重要。

B2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

presidency

总统职务

Meaning

the office or position of being a president

Example

He was elected to the presidency in 2020.

他在2020年当选为总统。

B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

随后的

Meaning

Coming after something in time; following in time or order.

Example

Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.

随后的事件澄清了结果。

Meaning

a large group of animals of the same type that live and feed together; or to gather animals into a group.

Example

The shepherd herded the sheep into the pen.

B2 noun θrets

threats

威胁

Meaning

A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action.

Example

Threats to food security are rising globally.

全球食品安全面临威胁。

B2 noun ˈzɪpərz

zippers

拉链

Meaning

A device consisting of two flexible strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or opened by pulling a slide along them.

Example

Zippers are used to fasten the opening of the jacket.

拉链用于关闭夹克的开口。

B2 noun helθ ˈhæzərdz

health hazards

健康危害

Meaning

Risks or dangers to physical health and well-being that can cause illness or injury.

Example

Plastic usage leads to significant health hazards.

塑料使用导致重大的健康危害。

B2 noun /ˈtɜːrkwɔɪz/

turquoise

绿松石

Meaning

a greenish-blue color or gemstone

Example

She wore a necklace with a beautiful turquoise stone.

她戴着一条美丽的绿松石项链。

B2 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

作证

Meaning

to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence

Example

She was called to testify in court about the accident.

她被叫到法庭作证，关于那起事故。

B2 adjective /fræŋk/

Frank

诚实的; 坦率的; 直率的; 真诚的

Meaning

honest; open; straightforward; candid

Example

She gave me a frank opinion about my presentation.

她对我的演讲给出了直率的意见。

B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

热情友好; 丰富而滋养

Meaning

enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing

Example

He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.

当我们到达他家时，他给了我们热情的欢迎。

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 /bɪˈliːvər/

believer

信徒

Meaning

a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle

Example

She is a strong believer in hard work and honesty.

她坚信努力工作和诚实。

B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

积累

Meaning

to gather or collect things gradually over time

Example

She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.

她通过聪明的投资成功地积累了财富。

B2 noun /ˈɡæmblɪŋ/

gambling

赌博

Meaning

the activity of betting money or valuables on an outcome, often involving risk

Example

He got addicted to gambling at the casino.

他在赌场上成瘾于赌博。

B2 adverb /ˌoʊvərˈnaɪt/

Overnight

一夜之间; 突然; 非常快速

Meaning

during the night; suddenly; very quickly

Example

The city was transformed overnight.

这座城市一夜之间发生了变化。

B2 noun ˈsoʊʃəl rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti

social responsibility

社会责任

Meaning

The duty to act in ways that benefit society as a whole.

Example

Social responsibility should be part of the education curriculum.

社会责任应该是教育课程的一部分。

B2 noun /ˈaʊtskɜːrts/

outskirts

城市边缘

Meaning

The outer parts of a town or city, away from the center.

Example

They moved to the outskirts of the city for a quieter life.

他们为了更安静的生活搬到了城市的边缘。

B2 noun /ˈfɒsɪl/

fossil

化石

Meaning

the remains or impression of a prehistoric plant or animal embedded in rock

Example

The fossil of a dinosaur was discovered in the mountains.

在山中发现了一只恐龙化石。