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B2 verb /ʃriːk/

shriek

尖叫
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
Example
She shrieked when she saw the spider.
她看到蜘蛛时尖叫了。
B2 adjective /saʊər/

Sour

Meaning
having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable
Example
The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.
牛奶变酸了,闻起来很难闻。
B2 noun /mjuːl/

Mule

骡子
Meaning
the offspring of a donkey and a horse, used as a working animal
Example
The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads.
农民用骡子搬运重物。
B2 noun /ˈpɜː.tʃəs.ɪŋ ˈpaʊ.ɚ/

purchasing power

购买力
Meaning
The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.
Example
Due to inflation, people's purchasing power has decreased.
由于通货膨胀,人们的购买力下降了。
B2 noun /ɡræm/

Gram

鹰嘴豆
Meaning
chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed
Example
She cooked gram curry for lunch today.
她今天为午餐做了鹰嘴豆咖喱。
B2 adjective /ˈtruːθ.fəl/

Truthful

诚实的
Meaning
telling or expressing the truth; honest and sincere
Example
She was always truthful in her answers during the interview.
她在面试中始终如一地真诚。
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/

conflict resolution

冲突解决
Meaning
The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.
Example
Conflict resolution is vital for global peace.
冲突解决对于全球和平至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

Drumstick

莫林加荚
Meaning
long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries
Example
The drumstick adds a unique flavor to the traditional fish curry.
鼓槌为传统鱼咖喱增添了独特的风味。
B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

随意的
Meaning
based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system
Example
The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.
老师的随意评分让许多学生感到不满。
B2 adjective /dɪˈbeɪtəbl̩/

debatable

有争议的
Meaning
open to discussion or doubt; not certain
Example
It is debatable whether the policy will work.
是否政策有效是有争议的。
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ræŋk/

rank

职级
Meaning
A position in a hierarchy; to place in order according to importance or quality.
Example
She quickly rose to a senior rank in the company.
她迅速晋升为公司中的高级职位。
B2 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

tribal

部落的
Meaning
relating to a tribe or tribes, especially indigenous people
Example
The tribal community has preserved its culture for centuries.
部落社区已经保存了他们的文化几个世纪。
B2 adjective /spɒnˈteɪniəs/

Spontaneous

自发的
Meaning
done without planning; natural and unforced
Example
Their spontaneous dance in the rain was beautiful.
他们在雨中即兴的舞蹈非常美丽。
B2 noun /ˈrɪk.ʃɔː/

Rickshaw

人力车
Meaning
a light two-wheeled passenger vehicle drawn by one or more people
Example
We took a rickshaw to reach the busy marketplace.
我们乘坐人力车前往繁忙的市场。
B2 noun ˈɪnər strɛŋkθ

inner strength

内在力量
Meaning
Mental or spiritual power that helps a person cope with difficulties.
Example
Community service fosters inner strength in individuals.
社区服务促进了个人的内在力量。
B2 adjective /ˈɡreɪ.ʃəs/

Gracious

和蔼的; 礼貌的; 慷慨的;
Meaning
kind; courteous; generous;
Example
She was very gracious and thanked everyone for their help.
她非常和蔼,并感谢所有人的帮助。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈplɛzəntli/

unpleasantly

令人不快地
Meaning
in a way that causes discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure; in an unfriendly or disagreeable manner
Example
The room was unpleasantly hot during the afternoon.
下午房间里热得令人不快。
B2 noun /skɛtʃ/

sketch

素描
Meaning
a simple, rough drawing or outline
Example
He made a quick sketch of the landscape.
他画了一个快速的风景素描。
B2 noun /tɪˈlɑpiə fɪʃ/

Tilapia fish

罗非鱼
Meaning
a freshwater fish native to Africa, widely farmed for food due to its mild taste and fast growth
Example
Tilapia fish is one of the most commonly farmed fish species worldwide.
罗非鱼是世界上最常养殖的鱼类之一。
B2 noun/verb /ˌoʊvərˈlæp/

overlap

Meaning
To extend over and cover partly; an area where things coincide.
Example
The two meetings overlap by an hour.
B2 adverb /ʌnˈkɒnʃəsli/

unconsciously

无意识地
Meaning
without being aware of one's actions or surroundings
Example
She unconsciously tapped her foot to the rhythm of the music.
她无意识地跟着音乐的节奏轻轻跺脚。
B2 noun /diːd/

Deed

行为; 壮举; 法律文件;
Meaning
an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership
Example
His heroic deed saved the child from drowning in the river.
他的英雄行为救了孩子免于在河里溺水。
B2 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

traditional economy

传统经济
Meaning
An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.
Example
Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.
部落仍然实践着基于物物交换的传统经济。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈdʒʌst/

Unjust

不公正的; 错误的
Meaning
not fair or right; morally wrong
Example
The punishment was unjust for such a minor offense.
这个惩罚对于如此轻微的罪行来说是不公正的。
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.nɪp/

Turnip

萝卜
Meaning
a round root vegetable with white or purple skin and white flesh
Example
We grew turnips in our vegetable garden.
我们在菜园里种了萝卜。
B2 adjective /ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

damaging

Meaning
causing harm or injury
Example
The storm caused damaging effects to the crops.
B2 noun /kwɪlt/

Quilt

被子
Meaning
a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric
Example
Grandmother made a beautiful quilt with colorful patches for my bed.
祖母为我的床做了一个美丽的被子,上面有五彩斑斓的补丁。
B2 adjective /ˈkwɑːn.tɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Quantitative

定量的
Meaning
relating to quantity or amount; expressed in terms of numbers or measurements
Example
The study provides quantitative evidence of climate change effects.
该研究提供了气候变化影响的定量证据。
B2 adjective /ˈstɑːrtəld/

startled

吃惊
Meaning
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
Example
She was startled by the loud noise outside.
她因外面的巨大声音而感到吃惊。
B2 noun /speɪd/

Spade

铲子
Meaning
a tool with a flat blade for digging; a playing card suit
Example
The gardener used a spade to dig holes for planting flowers.
园丁用铲子挖洞种花。
B2 verb /ˈbrɔːdən/

broaden

拓宽
Meaning
to make wider or larger in scope; to expand ideas, experience, or understanding
Example
Travel can broaden your perspective on different cultures.
旅行可以拓宽你对不同文化的视野。
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 ˈmaɪnd.set

mindset

思维方式
Meaning
The established set of attitudes held by someone.
Example
A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.
成长型思维帮助个人接受挑战。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlm/

overwhelm

Meaning
to overpower someone emotionally or physically; to be too much to handle
Example
She was overwhelmed with gratitude after receiving the help.
B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

人造的
Meaning
something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally
Example
This lake is manmade, not natural.
这个湖是人造的,不是自然的。
B2 adverb /ˈɜːrdʒəntli/

urgently

紧急地
Meaning
in a way that requires immediate attention or action
Example
The patient urgently needs medical attention.
病人紧急地需要医疗救助。
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːst/

exhaust

耗尽
Meaning
to tire out completely; to use up resources
Example
The long journey exhausted the children.
长时间的旅行耗尽了孩子们的精力。
B2 noun /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

shipping

运输
Meaning
the process of transporting goods
Example
The shipping of the products was delayed due to weather conditions.
由于天气原因,产品的运输被延迟了。
B2 verb /əˈfend/

offend

冒犯
Meaning
to cause displeasure or resentment; to hurt someone's feelings
Example
His rude comments offended many people at the meeting.
他的粗鲁评论冒犯了会议上的许多人。
B2 noun/verb /pəʊl/

poll

民意调查
Meaning
a survey of public opinion or voting in an election
Example
The poll revealed that most people favored the new policy.
民意调查显示大多数人支持新政策。
B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

熟练
Meaning
Competency or skill; expertise.
Example
His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.
他在多种语言上的熟练度令人印象深刻。
B2 verb /bɪˈwɛər/

beware

小心
Meaning
to be cautious or alert about a potential danger or problem
Example
Beware of the dog near the gate.
小心门口附近的狗。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/

explicitly

明确地
Meaning
in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt
Example
The instructions were explicitly written to avoid any confusion.
指示明确地写出来,以避免任何混淆。
B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

农业
Meaning
The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
Example
Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.
可持续农业可以帮助保护环境。
B2 verb /ˈtɪkəl/

Tickle

挠痒
Meaning
to touch someone lightly to make them laugh; to amuse or please
Example
The feather tickles when it touches your skin.
羽毛触碰到你的皮肤时会发痒。
B2 verb /ˈnæreɪt/

narrate

叙述
Meaning
To tell a story or describe events, often in detail.
Example
She will narrate the events of her journey to the audience.
她将向观众叙述她旅途中的事件。
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.
B2 noun /vaɪs/

Vice

恶习; 不道德行为; 缺点
Meaning
an immoral or wicked behavior; a moral failing or fault
Example
Smoking is his only vice.
吸烟是他唯一的恶习。
B2 adjective /ˈpɑːr.ʃəl/

Partial

部分的; 有偏见的;
Meaning
incomplete; showing bias or prejudice
Example
The judge gave a partial decision in favor of the defendant.
法官做出了部分有利于被告的决定。
B2 noun /ˈdɛnɪmz/

denims

牛仔布裤
Meaning
pants or clothes made from denim fabric, usually jeans
Example
He wore blue denims with a white shirt.
他穿着蓝色牛仔裤和白衬衫。
B2 noun /ˈdiː.fekt/

Defect

缺陷
Meaning
a shortcoming, imperfection, or lack; a fault or flaw in something
Example
The manufacturing defect caused the product to fail after only one week.
生产缺陷导致产品在仅仅一周后就失败了。
B2 noun ˌreɪdɪˈeɪʃən

radiation

辐射
Meaning
The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles.
Example
Radiation from the sun can be harmful without protection.
太阳的辐射没有保护可能是有害的。
B2 adverb /ˈsmuːð.li/

Smoothly

顺畅地; 没有问题
Meaning
without problems or difficulties; in an even and regular way
Example
The car runs smoothly on the new highway.
汽车在新高速公路上顺畅行驶。
B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪk/

ironic

讽刺的,讽刺性的
Meaning
happening in the opposite way to what is expected, often amusing or sarcastic
Example
It is ironic that the fire station burned down.
消防站着火了,真讽刺。
B2 noun /ɡʌm/

Gum

牙龈; 粘稠物质
Meaning
the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion
Example
The dentist checked her gum for any signs of disease.
牙医检查了她的牙龈,寻找是否有疾病迹象。
B2 noun ˌvɒlənˈtɪər ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən

volunteer organization

志愿者组织
Meaning
A nonprofit group of people who offer their services willingly without payment for a cause.
Example
BD Clean is a volunteer organization promoting recycling.
BD Clean 是一个志愿者组织,推广回收。
B2 adverb /ˈskeəs.li/

Scarcely

几乎; 几乎不; 仅仅
Meaning
hardly; barely; only just
Example
I could scarcely believe my eyes.
我几乎不敢相信自己的眼睛。
B2 noun /ˈɑːr.tɪ.zən/

Artison

工匠
Meaning
a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand
Example
The artisan created a beautiful wooden sculpture.
工匠创造了一件美丽的木雕。
B2 noun /reɪˈʒiːm/

regime

政权
Meaning
a system or form of government, often authoritarian
Example
The military regime controlled the country for decades.
军事政权控制了这个国家几十年。
B2 noun /rɪˈlaɪ.əns/

Reliance

依赖
Meaning
the state of depending on something or someone for support or help
Example
His reliance on technology is concerning.
他对技术的依赖令人担忧。
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。
B2 adjective /prəˈtɛktɪv/

protective

保护性的
Meaning
giving or capable of giving protection; shielding from harm or danger
Example
She wore a protective helmet while riding her bike.
她骑自行车时戴着保护性头盔。
B2 adjective /ˈɡreɪs.fəl/

Graceful

优雅的; 平滑的; 精致的; 具有优美的动作或举止
Meaning
elegant; smooth; refined; having beauty of movement or manner
Example
The dancer moved with graceful elegance.
舞者优雅地移动。
B2 noun /tækˈseɪʃən/

taxation

税收
Meaning
The system of imposing and collecting taxes.
Example
Taxation is necessary for funding public services.
税收对于资助公共服务是必要的。
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。
B2 adjective /blænd/

bland

乏味
Meaning
lacking strong features, flavor, or character; dull or uninteresting
Example
The soup was too bland for my taste.
这汤对我的口味太乏味了。
B2 noun /ˈlɪstɪŋ/

listing

列表
Meaning
a series of items or names written or printed in a specific order
Example
The listing of available jobs was updated daily.
可用职位的列表每天都会更新。
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 noun /fɔːrt/

Fort

堡垒
Meaning
a strong building or group of buildings where soldiers live and defend
Example
The ancient fort stood on top of the hill for centuries.
古老的堡垒屹立在山顶上数百年。
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

可预测的
Meaning
able to be predicted or foreseen
Example
His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.
他的反应是可以预测的,基于他的过去行为。
B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

水壶, 大壶
Meaning
a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids
Example
The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.
桌子上的水壶里装满了冰冷的柠檬水。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪstʃɪvəs/

Mischievous

顽皮的; 淘气的; 调皮的
Meaning
playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish
Example
The mischievous child hid his sister's favorite toy.
顽皮的孩子把他姐姐最喜欢的玩具藏了起来。
B2 noun /ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

classification

分类
Meaning
the action or process of classifying something into groups based on shared characteristics.
Example
The classification of animals helps in understanding their biology.
动物的分类有助于理解它们的生物学。
B2 noun ট্রপিক্যাল রিজিওনস

tropical regions

热带地区
Meaning
Areas of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures.
Example
Bangladesh is located in tropical regions.
孟加拉国位于热带地区。
B2 verb /ˈdɛdɪkeɪt/

dedicate

奉献
Meaning
to devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular purpose or person
Example
She dedicated her life to helping the poor.
她献出了自己的生命来帮助穷人。
B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

小萝卜
Meaning
a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin
Example
The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.
农民从花园里收获了新鲜的小萝卜。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.kʌm/

Outcome

结果; 后果;
Meaning
the result or consequence of an action or situation; the final product
Example
The outcome of the election surprised everyone.
选举的结果让所有人感到惊讶。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈsprɛsɪv/

expressive

表达性
Meaning
Effectively conveying thought or feeling.
Example
Her eyes were so expressive that no words were needed.
她的眼睛如此表达性,以至于不需要任何话语。
B2 noun/verb /bʌk/

buck

Meaning
A male deer; also to resist or oppose strongly.
Example
The horse began to buck wildly as the rider tried to hold on.
B2 noun /ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

delegation

代表团
Meaning
A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.
Example
The delegation presented their country's agenda.
代表团提出了他们国家的议程。
B2 noun /ˈfɛmənɪst/

feminist

女性主义者
Meaning
a person who supports equal rights and opportunities for women and men
Example
She proudly calls herself a feminist and fights for gender equality.
她自豪地称自己为女性主义者,并为性别平等而奋斗。
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 /ˈvælɪdeɪt/

validate

验证
Meaning
To check or prove the accuracy, truth, or legality of something.
Example
The scientist worked hard to validate the experiment's results.
科学家努力验证实验结果。
B2 noun /ˈfɜː.tɪ.laɪ.zər/

fertilizer

肥料
Meaning
a substance added to soil to make plants grow more successfully
Example
Farmers use fertilizer to increase crop production.
农民使用肥料来提高作物产量。
B2 adjective /ˈruː.mi/

Roomy

宽敞的; 有很多空间的
Meaning
spacious; having a lot of room
Example
The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms.
公寓非常宽敞,拥有宽大的卧室。
B2 noun/verb /skræp/

scrap

碎片 / 丢弃
Meaning
A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.
Example
He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.
他用一小片纸写下了那个号码。
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊtəbl/

notable

显著
Meaning
worthy of attention or notice; remarkable
Example
She made a notable contribution to the project.
她对这个项目做出了显著的贡献。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

不充分
Meaning
Not sufficient or good enough.
Example
The funding was inadequate to complete the project.
资金不足以完成项目。
B2 noun /ɡreɪs/

grace

优雅, 优美
Meaning
simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness
Example
She moved with grace across the stage.
她优雅地走过舞台。
B2 noun ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

biodiversity

生物多样性
Meaning
The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
Example
Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.
雨林是巨大的生物多样性的家园。
B2 verb /paɪn/

pine

渴望
Meaning
to long intensely for something or someone; to suffer from longing
Example
He pined for his hometown after moving abroad.
他搬到国外后,非常想念他的家乡。
B2 adjective /praɪm/

prime

首要的, 重要的
Meaning
Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.
Example
She is in the prime of her career.
她处于事业的巅峰时刻。
B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

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 /dɪˈstɜː.bəns/

Disturbance

干扰; 打扰; 不安
Meaning
the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition; anxiety or mental uneasiness
Example
The loud music created a disturbance that bothered all the neighbors.
大声的音乐制造了一个干扰,打扰了所有邻居。
B2 noun /ˈmɔːr.nɪŋ/

Mourning

哀悼
Meaning
the expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died
Example
The family is in mourning for their grandmother.
家人为他们的祖母哀悼。
B2 noun /spɑːrk/

Spark

火花
Meaning
a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire; a flash of light; something that triggers or initiates
Example
A spark from the campfire ignited the dry leaves.
篝火中的一颗火花点燃了干叶。
B2 verb /ˈbrɪdʒɪŋ/

bridging

建设桥梁,建立连接
Meaning
The action of building a bridge over something; connecting or reducing the distance between two things.
Example
The new initiative is bridging the gap between urban and rural development.
新举措正在缩小城市与乡村发展的差距。
B2 noun /ˈdʒiː.ni.əs/

Genius

天才
Meaning
exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability; a person who has such ability
Example
Einstein was recognized as a genius for his groundbreaking contributions to physics.
爱因斯坦因其在物理学上的开创性贡献而被认为是天才。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌb.ərn/

Stubborn

固执; 顽固; 倔强
Meaning
refusing to change opinion or course of action; persistent; obstinate
Example
The stubborn child refused to eat his vegetables.
那个固执的孩子拒绝吃蔬菜。
B2 adjective /dɪˈfensɪv/

Defensive

防御性
Meaning
used or intended to defend or protect; showing a tendency to react in an angry or hurt way when criticized
Example
He became defensive when criticized about his work.
当他因为工作受到批评时,他变得防御性很强。
B2 noun /vɒlˈkæn.ɪk ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

volcanic eruption

火山爆发
Meaning
The discharge of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano.
Example
The volcanic eruption covered the town in ash.
火山爆发将城市覆盖在灰烬中。
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 noun ˌɪn.fləˈmeɪ.ʃən

inflammation

炎症
Meaning
A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful.
Example
Chronic inflammation can lead to severe diseases.
慢性炎症可能导致严重的疾病。
B2 adjective /ˈɛθnɪk/

ethnic

民族的
Meaning
relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition
Example
The festival celebrated the city's diverse ethnic communities.
这个节日庆祝了城市中各种民族的社区。
B2 adjective /ˈvaɪtl/

vital

至关重要
Meaning
essential or necessary for life or success
Example
It's vital to stay hydrated during the summer.
在夏天保持水分非常重要。
B2 noun /ˈkɑn.trəˌvɜr.si/

Controversy

争议; 分歧
Meaning
prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion; a dispute or argument involving opposing viewpoints
Example
The new policy sparked a major controversy among the citizens.
新政策在市民中引发了巨大的争议。
B2 adjective /ˈruː.tɪd/

Rooted

根深蒂固的
Meaning
deeply established; firmly fixed
Example
His beliefs are deeply rooted in tradition.
他的信念深深扎根于传统。
B2 noun /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

abolition

废除
Meaning
the act of formally ending or eliminating a system, practice, or institution
Example
The abolition of slavery was a major milestone in human rights history.
废除奴隶制是人权历史上的一个重要里程碑。
B2 verb /vaʊ/

vow

发誓
Meaning
to make a serious promise; to pledge solemnly
Example
They vowed to love each other forever.
他们发誓永远相爱。
B2 verb /ɡreɪz/

graze

幸福
Meaning
To feed on grass; to touch or scrape lightly while passing.
Example
The cows graze in the meadow every morning.
当她收到奖项时,她无法掩饰她的幸福。
B2 noun /slʌm/

Slum

贫民窟
Meaning
a poor urban area with substandard housing and squalid conditions
Example
The government is working to improve conditions in the slum.
政府正在努力改善贫民区的条件。
B2 noun /ˈdoʊnər/

donor

捐赠者
Meaning
A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.
Example
The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing.
捐赠者慷慨地为医院的新翼捐赠了资金。
B2 verb /əkˈsɛləreɪt/

accelerate

加速
Meaning
to increase speed or make something happen sooner
Example
The driver accelerated to overtake the truck.
司机加速超车。
B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

不安全感
Meaning
lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability
Example
Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.
她的不安全感让她怀疑自己的能力。
B2 noun /ˈtrænskrɪpt/

transcript

转录本
Meaning
a written or printed version of material originally presented in another medium
Example
The professor asked for a transcript of the meeting.
教授要求提供会议的转录本。
B2 noun /ˈnɛtˌwɜːkɪŋ/

networking

建立网络
Meaning
The action of establishing connections and relationships, especially for career or business purposes.
Example
Networking is important for career development.
建立网络对职业发展至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈpiː.lər/

Peeler

削皮器
Meaning
a kitchen tool used to remove the outer skin or peel from fruits and vegetables
Example
Use a peeler to remove the potato skin.
使用削皮器去除土豆皮。
B2 adjective /ˌæksɪˈdɛntl/

accidental

偶然的
Meaning
happening by chance, unintentionally
Example
The fire was caused by an accidental spark.
火灾是由偶然的火花引起的。
B2 adjective /əˈfen.sɪv/

Offensive

冒犯的; 侮辱的; 攻击性的
Meaning
causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive
Example
His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.
他的冒犯言论伤害了每个人的感情。
B2 noun /boʊst/

Boast

自夸; 吹牛; 骄傲
Meaning
an act of talking with excessive pride about one's achievements
Example
His constant boast about his wealth annoyed everyone.
他不断吹嘘自己的财富让所有人都很烦。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Meaning
a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner
Example
The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.