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C1 noun /sɪˈnɪləti/

senility

衰老
Meaning
The state of being old and showing the weaknesses of age, especially mental decline.
Example
His forgetfulness was attributed to senility.
他的健忘被归因于衰老。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsaɪtmənt/

incitement

煽动
Meaning
the action of provoking unlawful or violent behavior
Example
He was arrested for incitement to riot.
他因煽动暴乱被逮捕。
C1 noun /ˈfɔː.nə/

fauna

特定地区的动物生命
Meaning
The animal life of a particular region, habitat, or geological period.
Example
The fauna of the African savannah includes lions and elephants.
非洲草原的动植物群包括狮子和大象。
C1 noun /rɪˈspɒndənt/

respondent

响应者
Meaning
A person who replies to something, especially in a survey or legal case
Example
The survey had over 1,000 respondents.
调查有超过1000名响应者。
C1 noun /ˈtrɛmər/

tremor

颤动
Meaning
a slight shaking movement in a person’s body or in the ground
Example
A small tremor was felt before the earthquake.
在地震前感到了轻微的颤动。
C1 noun /dɪˈvaɪzər/

divisor

除数
Meaning
A number by which another number is divided.
Example
In the equation 12 ÷ 3, the number 3 is the divisor.
在方程式12 ÷ 3中，数字3是除数。
C1 adjective /ˈrɪkɪti/

rickety

摇摇欲坠
Meaning
Poorly made and likely to collapse; shaky.
Example
They crossed a rickety wooden bridge over the river.
他们过了一座摇摇欲坠的木桥。
C1 noun /ˌmɑːr.kɪ.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/

marketability

市场适销性
Meaning
The possibility of commercial success for a product or service
Example
The new product's marketability depends on consumer demand.
新产品的市场适销性取决于消费者的需求。
C1 noun (plural) /ˈhɪntərlændz/

hinterlands

偏远地区
Meaning
Plural of hinterland; remote or less developed regions.
Example
Explorers traveled deep into the hinterlands of the country.
探险者深入到该国的偏远地区。
C1 verb /ˈstɪp.jʊ.leɪt/

stipulate

规定
Meaning
to demand or specify a condition in an agreement or contract
Example
The contract stipulates that payment must be made within 30 days.
合同规定付款必须在30天内完成。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈprɛdəˌtɔri/

predatory

掠食者/剥削者
Meaning
Relating to animals that prey on others; exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain.
Example
The predatory bird swooped down on its prey.
掠食性鸟类扑向它的猎物。
C1 noun /ˈmɜːrdʒər/

merger

合并
Meaning
The combination of two or more companies into a single entity.
Example
The merger of the two firms created the largest bank in the region.
这两家公司的合并创造了该地区最大的银行。
C1 noun ˈhaɪ.drə.dʒən ˈpaʊ.əd bʌsɪz

hydrogen-powered buses

氢能公交车
Meaning
Buses powered by hydrogen fuel cells that produce only water vapor as emission.
Example
Hydrogen-powered buses reduce air pollution.
氢能公交车减少空气污染。
C1 adjective /ˈdɒɡɪd/

dogged

顽强
Meaning
showing stubborn determination and persistence
Example
She succeeded through dogged determination.
她通过顽强的决心取得了成功。
C1 noun /zest/

Zest

热情；精力与兴奋；柑橘类水果的外皮
Meaning
great enthusiasm and energy; excitement and vigor; the outer peel of a citrus fruit
Example
She approached the new job with tremendous zest.
她带着极大的热情投入新工作。
C1 noun /ɪnˈkɒmpɪtəns/

incompetence

不称职
Meaning
Lack of ability, skill, or effectiveness in doing something.
Example
The project failed due to the manager’s incompetence.
由于经理的不称职，项目失败了。
C1 noun /ˈpeɪ.ɡən/

Pagan

异教徒
Meaning
a person holding religious beliefs other than the main world religions; a heathen
Example
Ancient Romans considered early Christians to be pagans.
古罗马人认为早期基督徒是异教徒。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɪstənt/

insistent

坚持的
Meaning
demanding something firmly and refusing to accept no
Example
The child was insistent on getting a new toy.
孩子坚持要得到一个新玩具。
C1 noun /ˈɡæloʊz/

gallows

绞刑架
Meaning
A structure used for hanging criminals who have been sentenced to death.
Example
The criminal was led to the gallows at dawn.
罪犯在黎明时分被带到绞刑架。
C1 verb /ˈheɪsən/

hasten

加速
Meaning
To move or act quickly; to cause something to happen sooner.
Example
He hastened to finish his work before the deadline.
他急忙在截止日期前完成工作。
C1 noun /ˈmævərɪk/

maverick

特立独行的人
Meaning
An unorthodox or independent-minded person.
Example
The maverick scientist challenged established theories.
这位独立思考的科学家挑战了既定理论。
C1 adjective /əˈmiːnəbl/

amenable

顺从
Meaning
willing to cooperate or be influenced; open to suggestions
Example
She was amenable to the idea of working longer hours.
她愿意接受加班的想法。
C1 verb /ˈɔːstrəˌsaɪz/

ostracize

排斥
Meaning
to exclude someone from a group or society; to banish or shun
Example
After the scandal, he was ostracized by his former colleagues.
丑闻发生后，他被前同事排斥。
C1 noun /ˈtoʊ.pæz/

Topaz

托帕石
Meaning
a precious stone, typically colorless, yellow, or blue, used in jewelry
Example
The queen's crown was adorned with a magnificent blue topaz.
女王的王冠装饰着一颗美丽的蓝色托帕石。
C1 noun /səˈrɛn.ɪ.ti/

serenity

宁静
Meaning
The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
Example
Meditation helps in achieving inner serenity.
冥想有助于实现内心的平静。
C1 noun /ˈmæɡnɪtuːd/

Magnitude

震级；大小；重要性
Meaning
The great size or extent of something; importance
Example
The magnitude of the earthquake was measured at 7.5 on the Richter scale.
地震的震级在里氏规模上测量为7.5。
C1 noun ɪkˌstræp.əˈleɪ.ʃən

extrapolation

外推
Meaning
The action of estimating or concluding something by assuming that existing trends will continue.
Example
His extrapolation of market trends helped in financial planning.
他对市场趋势的外推帮助了财务规划。
C1 noun /ˈmjʊr.əl/

Mural

壁画
Meaning
a painting or artwork applied directly on a wall or ceiling
Example
The artist painted a beautiful mural on the school wall.
艺术家在学校的墙上画了一幅美丽的壁画。
C1 noun kənˈsɔː.ti.əm

consortium

联合体
Meaning
An association of several companies or organizations formed to undertake an enterprise beyond the resources of any one member.
Example
The consortium worked collaboratively to build the cable.
该联盟协同合作建设了电缆。
C1 noun /ˈvenɪsən/

Venison

鹿肉
Meaning
meat from a deer used as food
Example
The restaurant serves delicious venison steaks.
这家餐厅提供美味的鹿肉牛排。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpætəbl/

incompatible

不兼容
Meaning
Not able to exist or work together without conflict.
Example
Their personalities were completely incompatible.
他们的个性完全不兼容。
C1 noun /ˈæmfɪˌθiətər/

amphitheater

圆形剧场
Meaning
A large open circular or oval building with rising tiers of seats, used for public events.
Example
The concert was held in an ancient amphitheater.
音乐会在一个古老的圆形剧场举行。
C1 adjective /ˈboʊɡəs/

bogus

伪造的
Meaning
false, fake, or not genuine
Example
The police arrested him for using a bogus ID card.
警方因他使用伪造的身份证而逮捕了他。
C1 noun /ˈdʒɛpərdi/

jeopardy

危险
Meaning
Danger of loss, harm, or failure.
Example
His careless driving put everyone in jeopardy.
他的鲁莽驾驶把所有人置于危险之中。
C1 verb /rɪˈmɪt/

remit

汇款 / 免除
Meaning
To send money in payment or as a gift; to cancel or refrain from exacting a debt or punishment.
Example
He promised to remit the payment by the end of the week.
他承诺在本周末之前汇款。
C1 adjective /vəˈluː.mə.nəs/

voluminous

庞大, 宽广, 巨大
Meaning
Occupying or containing much space; large in volume, in particular.
Example
The library contained a voluminous collection of books.
图书馆里有一个庞大的书籍收藏。
C1 noun /ˈdjuːplɛks/

duplex

双拼房
Meaning
A house or apartment divided into two separate residences.
Example
They live in a duplex near the city center.
他们住在市中心附近的一座双拼房里。
C1 adjective /dɪˈfʌŋkt/

defunct

停用，废弃
Meaning
No longer existing, operating, or functioning.
Example
The company became defunct after the financial crisis.
这家公司在金融危机后不再运作。
C1 noun /mɪkst ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

mixed economy

混合经济
Meaning
An economic system where both government and private sector operate together.
Example
Most countries today follow a mixed economy model.
如今，大多数国家遵循混合经济模式。
C1 noun, verb /spreɪn/

sprain

扭伤
Meaning
an injury to a joint in which the ligaments are stretched or torn
Example
She sprained her ankle while running in the park.
她在公园跑步时扭伤了脚踝。
C1 verb /ˈnuːtər/

neuter

去势
Meaning
To remove the reproductive organs of an animal; or having no gender.
Example
They decided to neuter their cat to prevent more kittens.
他们决定给猫去势，以防止更多小猫的出生。
C1 noun /ˌtrænsˈpɪəreɪʃən/

transpiration

蒸腾作用
Meaning
The process by which plants lose water through their leaves, which plays a crucial role in plant cooling, nutrient transport, and the water cycle.
Example
Transpiration plays a key role in the water cycle and plant growth.
蒸腾作用在水循环和植物生长中发挥着关键作用。
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。
C1 noun /ˈsʌtlti/

subtlety

微妙
Meaning
The quality or state of being subtle.
Example
She understood the subtlety of the situation.
她理解了局势的微妙之处。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈhjuːmən/

Inhuman

不人道的
Meaning
lacking human qualities; cruel; brutal; savage
Example
The dictator's inhuman treatment of prisoners shocked the international community.
独裁者对囚犯的非人道待遇震惊了国际社会。
C1 noun /ˈtrænsfərəns/

transference

转移
Meaning
The act of moving something from one place, person, or situation to another.
Example
The transference of knowledge is essential in education.
知识的转移在教育中至关重要。
C1 noun /ˈælɔɪ/

alloy

合金
Meaning
A mixture of metals or a metal combined with another element.
Example
Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.
青铜是铜和锡的合金。
C1 noun /koʊˈhɪr.əns/

coherence

一致性
Meaning
The quality of being logical and consistent; forming a unified whole.
Example
The essay lacked coherence, making it hard to follow.
这篇文章缺乏一致性，难以理解。
C1 verb /ɪnˈtɒksɪkeɪt/

intoxicate

幸福
Meaning
to make someone lose control of their faculties or behavior due to alcohol or drugs
Example
The strong drink quickly intoxicated him.
当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
C1 noun /ˌkʌl də ˈsæk/

cul de sac

死胡同
Meaning
A street or passage closed at one end; a dead end.
Example
They bought a house at the end of a quiet cul de sac.
他们在一个安静的死胡同的尽头买了一栋房子。
C1 adjective /dɪˈsɪd.ju.əs/

deciduous

落叶性
Meaning
Referring to trees that shed their leaves seasonally, typically in autumn.
Example
Oak and maple trees are deciduous, shedding leaves in autumn.
橡树和枫树是落叶性树木，在秋天掉落叶子。
C1 noun /noʊˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Nobility

贵族; 高级身份
Meaning
the quality of being noble in character; people of noble rank
Example
He showed great nobility in forgiving his enemies.
他通过原谅敌人展现了伟大的贵族精神。
C1 noun /ˈpɒ̃ʃɒ̃/

penchant

倾向
Meaning
a strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something
Example
She has a penchant for collecting rare books.
她有收集稀有书籍的倾向。
C1 noun/verb /ˈtæm.pər.ɪŋ/

tampering

非法篡改
Meaning
The action of interfering with something in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations.
Example
Tampering with evidence is a criminal offense.
篡改证据是犯罪行为。
C1 adverb /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkli/

mathematically

从数学上
Meaning
in a way that relates to mathematics; using numbers, formulas, or logical calculation
Example
The problem can be solved mathematically rather than by guesswork.
这个问题可以从数学上解决，而不是靠猜测。
C1 noun /moʊt/

moat

护城河
Meaning
A deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle or town, often filled with water, for defense.
Example
The castle was protected by a wide moat filled with water.
城堡被一条充满水的宽护城河保护着。
C1 noun /ˈhʌbʌb/

hubbub

喧闹
Meaning
a loud noise caused by a crowd of people talking or shouting
Example
There was a hubbub in the market as the sale began.
市场上因为销售开始而产生了喧闹。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʒʊəriəs/

injurious

有害的
Meaning
Causing or likely to cause harm or damage.
Example
Smoking is injurious to health.
吸烟对健康有害。
C1 adjective /diːˈsɛntrəlaɪzd/

decentralized

去中心化
Meaning
Controlled by several local offices or authorities rather than one single one.
Example
The decentralized system allowed for more control at local levels.
去中心化的系统允许在地方层级进行更多的控制。
C1 noun /ˈtæn.dəm/

Tandem

双人自行车
Meaning
a bicycle built for two riders, one behind the other
Example
The couple enjoyed riding their tandem bicycle through the park.
这对情侣在公园骑着他们的双人自行车享受着骑行。
C1 noun /əˈpærəl/

apparel

衣服
Meaning
Clothing, especially formal or special clothes.
Example
The store specializes in wedding apparel.
商店专门出售婚礼服装。
C1 adjective /ˈsɛn.sər.i/

sensory

感官的
Meaning
Related to the five human senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell).
Example
Sensory feedback enhances the VR experience.
感官反馈增强了虚拟现实体验。
C1 noun /tɔːrk/

torque

Meaning
A twisting force that causes rotation.
Example
The mechanic measured the torque of the engine.
C1 noun /ˈdʒʌɡ.lər/

Juggler

杂技演员
Meaning
a person who skillfully throws and catches objects as entertainment
Example
The juggler entertained the crowd with his amazing ball tricks.
那位杂技演员用他惊人的球技娱乐了观众。
C1 adjective /juːˈfɔːrɪk/

euphoric

欣快的
Meaning
Characterized by or feeling intense excitement and happiness.
Example
The fans were euphoric after their team's victory.
球迷们在他们队伍获胜后欣快不已。
C1 adjective /ˈɡleɪʃəl/

glacial

与冰或冰川相关
Meaning
relating to ice or glaciers; extremely cold or unfriendly
Example
The mountains were covered in glacial ice.
山脉被冰川冰覆盖。
C1 adjective /ˌmet.əˈbɒl.ɪk/

metabolic

新陈代谢的
Meaning
Relating to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.
Example
Regular exercise enhances metabolic efficiency.
定期锻炼提高新陈代谢效率。
C1 verb /rɪˈtɔːrt/

retort

反驳
Meaning
To reply quickly or sharply, often in a witty or angry manner.
Example
He quickly retorted that he was not to blame.
他迅速回应说他没有错。
C1 adjective /ˌeɪpəˈlɪtɪkəl/

apolitical

不关心政治
Meaning
not interested in or not connected with politics
Example
She prefers to stay apolitical and focus on her work.
她更喜欢保持不关心政治的态度，专注于自己的工作。
C1 noun /əˈvɜːrʒən/

aversion

厌恶
Meaning
a strong feeling of dislike or unwillingness towards something
Example
She has a strong aversion to smoking.
她对吸烟有强烈的反感。
C1 noun /kæʃ/

cache

缓存
Meaning
A hidden storage of items or a high-speed memory in computing.
Example
The hikers found a cache of supplies hidden under the rocks.
远足者在岩石下发现了一个隐藏的物资存储。
C1 verb /ˈprɒfəsaɪ/

prophesy

预言
Meaning
to state or predict that something will happen in the future, especially as if divinely inspired
Example
The monk prophesied that peace would return to the land.
那位和尚预言和平将会回到这个国家。
C1 verb /wɑːft/

waft

漂浮在空中
Meaning
to move gently through the air, carried by a breeze
Example
The smell of fresh bread wafted through the kitchen.
新鲜面包的香味飘进了厨房。
C1 verb /dɪˈsɛm.ɪ.neɪt/

disseminate

传播
Meaning
To spread or give out something, especially news, information, ideas, etc., to a lot of people.
Example
Social media helps to disseminate information quickly.
社交媒体帮助迅速传播信息。
C1 adjective /ˈkwɑː.rəl.səm/

Quarrelsome

好争斗的；好争论的；爱吵架的
Meaning
given to arguing and fighting; argumentative and confrontational
Example
His quarrelsome nature makes it difficult to work with him.
他好争斗的性格使得与他共事变得困难。
C1 noun /ˈɡraʊnd kruː/

ground crew

地勤人员
Meaning
a team of people who maintain and service aircraft on the ground
Example
The ground crew prepared the plane for takeoff.
地勤人员为飞机准备起飞。
C1 noun ˈkætəlɪst

catalyst

催化剂
Meaning
A person or thing that precipitates an event or change.
Example
His speech acted as a catalyst for change in the community.
他的演讲成为了社区变化的催化剂。
C1 noun /rɪˈmɔːrs/

Remorse

懊悔
Meaning
deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; bitter regret for something done
Example
He felt deep remorse for his actions.
他对自己的行为感到深深的懊悔。
C1 noun ˌæɡ.rəʊˈkem.ɪ.kəl

agrochemical

农用化学品
Meaning
A chemical product used in agriculture, especially a pesticide or fertilizer.
Example
Excessive use of agrochemicals can degrade soil quality.
过度使用农用化学品会降低土壤质量。
C1 noun /ˈhæŋ.ər/

Hanger

衣架
Meaning
a shaped piece of wood, plastic, or metal with a hook at the top, used to hang up clothes
Example
She hung her dress on a wooden hanger to prevent it from getting wrinkled.
她把裙子挂在一个木衣架上，以防止它起皱。
C1 noun /ˈʃæmbəlz/

shambles

一片混乱
Meaning
a state of complete disorder or ruin
Example
After the storm, the whole town was in shambles.
风暴过后，整个城镇陷入了一片混乱。
C1 verb /aɪˈdiː.ə.laɪz/

idealize

理想化
Meaning
To regard or represent something as perfect or better than it really is.
Example
Children often idealize their parents.
孩子们常常理想化他们的父母。
C1 adjective /ˈɡæsiəs/

gaseous

气态的
Meaning
Relating to or having the form of gas.
Example
Carbon dioxide is a gaseous substance.
二氧化碳是一种气态物质。
C1 noun/verb /ˈɪnsɛns/

incense

香火 / 激怒
Meaning
a substance burned for its sweet smell (noun); to make very angry (verb)
Example
The smell of incense filled the temple, but his rude words incensed her.
香火的气味充满了寺庙，但他粗鲁的话让她非常生气。
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃ/

overreach

过度伸展
Meaning
to go beyond what is proper, acceptable, or achievable; to overextend
Example
The politician overreached by making promises he couldn't keep.
那位政治家在做出无法兑现的承诺时，过度伸展了自己。
C1 noun /ˈrɪdəns/

riddance

摆脱
Meaning
The action of getting rid of something unwanted or unpleasant.
Example
His departure was considered a welcome riddance by the team.
他的离开被团队视为一种欢迎的摆脱。
C1 verb /ˈvɛnəˌreɪt/

venerate

敬仰
Meaning
to regard with great respect; revere
Example
People venerate saints for their holiness.
人们敬仰圣人，因为他们的圣洁。
C1 adjective /ˌɛnɪɡˈmætɪk/

enigmatic

神秘的
Meaning
mysterious and difficult to interpret or understand
Example
He gave me an enigmatic smile.
他给了我一个神秘的微笑。
C1 noun /ˈpɛnɪtəns/

penitence

忏悔
Meaning
The action or feeling of showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong.
Example
His eyes were full of penitence after realizing his mistake.
他在意识到自己的错误后，眼中充满了忏悔。
C1 noun /ˈpɔːpər/

pauper

乞丐
Meaning
A very poor person.
Example
The pauper begged for food on the street corner.
乞丐在街角乞讨食物。
C1 noun /sɛkt/

sect

教派
Meaning
a subgroup of a larger religious or political group, often with differing beliefs
Example
The group split into different sects due to doctrinal differences.
由于教义上的差异，该小组分裂成了不同的教派。
C1 noun, verb /strænd/

strand

线 / 搁浅
Meaning
Noun: A single thin length of thread, wire, or similar. Verb: To leave someone or something without a way of moving or leaving.
Example
The storm stranded many tourists on the island.
暴风雨让许多游客滞留在岛上。
C1 verb/adjective /ˈɡræspɪŋ/

grasping

抓住 / 贪婪
Meaning
Holding firmly; or (as an adjective) excessively greedy.
Example
The child was grasping her mother’s hand tightly.
孩子紧紧抓住她妈妈的手。
C1 noun /ˌkɒk.əˈtuː/

Cockatoo

凤头鹦鹉
Meaning
a large parrot with a prominent crest that can be raised or lowered
Example
The white cockatoo raised its beautiful crest.
白色凤头鹦鹉举起了它美丽的冠羽。
C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊˌtɪzəm/

egotism

自负
Meaning
The practice of talking and thinking about oneself excessively because of an inflated sense of self-importance.
Example
His constant boasting revealed his egotism.
他的不断吹嘘揭示了他的自负。
C1 adjective /ˈɡreɪsləs/

graceless

不雅
Meaning
Lacking elegance, charm, or social refinement.
Example
His graceless behavior embarrassed everyone at the party.
他的不雅行为让派对上的每个人都感到尴尬。
C1 verb sɪˈkwɛstər

sequester

隔离, 隐藏
Meaning
To isolate or hide away.
Example
The carbon captured by trees can be sequestered for years.
树木捕获的碳可以被隔离多年。
C1 noun /naɪˈiːvɪti/

naivety

天真
Meaning
The quality of being innocent, simple, and lacking experience or sophistication.
Example
Her naivety made her trust people too easily.
她的天真使她太容易相信别人。
C1 noun kəˈrəʊ.ʒən

corrosion

腐蚀
Meaning
The gradual destruction of materials by chemical or electrochemical reaction, especially of metals by oxidation.
Example
Corrosion in pipes leads to leakage.
管道中的腐蚀导致泄漏。
C1 verb /əˈliː.vi.eɪt/

alleviate

缓解或减轻
Meaning
To make suffering, deficiency, or a problem less severe; to relieve or ease.
Example
Meditation can alleviate stress and improve focus.
冥想可以缓解压力并改善集中力。
C1 noun /ˈbʌrə, ˈbʊrə/

borough

区
Meaning
A town, district, or administrative division, especially one with its own local government.
Example
Brooklyn is a borough of New York City.
布鲁克林是纽约市的一个区。
C1 noun /ˈpɔːrsəlɪn/

porcelain

瓷器
Meaning
A white, hard ceramic material often used for dishes and ornaments.
Example
The museum displayed ancient porcelain vases from China.
博物馆展示了来自中国的古代瓷器花瓶。
C1 adjective /ˈwɪl.fəl/

Wilful

固执的; 故意的
Meaning
deliberately stubborn; done on purpose; intentional
Example
His wilful disobedience led to punishment.
他的故意不服从导致了惩罚。
C1 verb /pləˈkeɪt/

placate

安抚
Meaning
to make someone less angry or hostile; to calm or soothe
Example
He tried to placate the angry customer with a refund.
他试图通过退款安抚愤怒的客户。
C1 adjective /ˈvæljənt/

Valiant

英勇的; 英雄的
Meaning
showing courage or determination; brave and heroic
Example
The valiant soldier fought bravely to protect his country.
英勇的士兵勇敢地战斗，保护了他的国家。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːr.teɪ/ or /fɔːrt/

forte

强项
Meaning
a strong ability or talent; something one does particularly well
Example
Cooking is definitely her forte.
做饭绝对是她的强项。
C1 verb /ˈkɒnsɔːrt/

consort

Meaning
To associate with someone, typically with disapproval; also, a spouse of a reigning monarch.
Example
He was criticized for consorting with criminals.
C1 verb /prəˈfes/

profess

宣称
Meaning
to declare or claim openly; to state one's belief
Example
He professes his love for classical music.
他宣称自己热爱古典音乐。
C1 verb /sleɪ/

slay

Meaning
to kill violently; informally, to impress greatly
Example
The hero vowed to slay the dragon.
C1 noun /ˈmɔːr.ɡɪʤ/

Mortgage

按揭
Meaning
a legal agreement by which a bank lends money to buy property
Example
They took out a mortgage to buy their first house.
他们拿出按揭贷款买了第一套房子。
C1 verb /ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəlaɪz/

marginalize

边缘化, 排除在外
Meaning
To treat a person or group as unimportant or insignificant.
Example
The policy marginalized minority communities.
政策将少数民族社区边缘化。
C1 noun /ˈnɒnʃələns/

nonchalance

漫不经心
Meaning
A relaxed and calm state, showing lack of concern or interest.
Example
She answered the tough questions with surprising nonchalance.
她用出人意料的漫不经心回答了那些难题。
C1 noun /ˈsɛpərətɪst/

separatist

分裂主义者
Meaning
A person who supports the separation of a group from a larger body, often for political or cultural independence.
Example
The separatist group demanded independence from the central government.
分裂主义者要求中央政府独立。
C1 noun/verb /ˈræfəl/

raffle

销售彩票
Meaning
A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets, one or more of which are drawn at random for a prize; to sell something in such a lottery.
Example
The charity decided to raffle a bicycle to raise funds.
慈善机构决定通过抽奖出售自行车来筹集资金。
C1 noun /ˈɡʌstoʊ/

gusto

热情
Meaning
great enjoyment, energy, or enthusiasm in doing something
Example
She sang the song with great gusto.
她充满热情地唱了这首歌。
C1 verb /dɪˈsɛləˌreɪt/

decelerate

减速
Meaning
to reduce speed; to slow down
Example
The car began to decelerate as it approached the traffic light.
汽车接近红绿灯时开始减速。
C1 noun /əˈsem.bli ˈseʃ.ən/

assembly session

大会会议
Meaning
A formal meeting where representatives gather to discuss and make decisions on important matters.
Example
The assembly session discussed global challenges.
大会会议讨论了全球性挑战。
C1 noun /bəˈbuːn/

Baboon

狒狒
Meaning
a large African and Arabian primate with a dog-like snout and colorful buttocks
Example
The baboon troop gathered around the watering hole in the savanna.
狒狒群聚集在大草原的水坑旁。
C1 verb /ˈstæmər/

stammer

结巴
Meaning
To speak with sudden involuntary pauses and a tendency to repeat the initial letters of words.
Example
The nervous student began to stammer during his speech.
紧张的学生在演讲中开始结巴。
C1 noun /ˈrɛɡjəleɪtər/

regulator

调节器
Meaning
a person or device that controls or maintains the operation of a system
Example
The government appointed a new regulator for the financial sector.
政府为金融部门任命了新的调节器。