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A2 adverb /ˈsʌm.taɪm/

sometime

某个时候
Meaning
at a time that is not known or stated; occasionally
Example
Let's meet for coffee sometime next week.
我们下周某个时候见面喝咖啡吧。
A2 noun /dɪˈsɪʒ.ən/

Decision

决定
Meaning
a conclusion or resolution reached after consideration; the action of deciding
Example
Making the right decision required careful analysis of all available options.
做出正确的决定需要对所有可用选项进行仔细分析。
B2 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

持续地
Meaning
in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably
Example
She has been performing consistently well in her studies.
她在学习中始终表现得很好。
A2 noun; gerund /ˈwɒʃɪŋ/

washing

清洗
Meaning
the act of cleaning with water or other liquid; clothes or items that are being washed
Example
Washing clothes regularly helps maintain hygiene.
经常清洗衣服有助于保持卫生。
A2 noun /teɪp/

tape

胶带
Meaning
a long, narrow strip of material, often sticky on one side, used for fastening or sticking things together
Example
I need some tape to seal this box.
我需要一些胶带来封住这个箱子。
C1 noun /ˈtuːsəm/

twosome

一对
Meaning
A pair of people considered together, often in a romantic or competitive context.
Example
They entered the dance competition as a twosome.
他们作为一对参加了舞蹈比赛。
A2 adjective /ˈpʌblɪk/

public

公共的
Meaning
relating to or affecting the people as a whole
Example
The public demanded action on the issue.
公众要求对此问题采取行动。
B2 noun /ˈtriːti/

Treaty

条约
Meaning
a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries or states
Example
The peace treaty was signed after years of negotiations.
和平条约在多年谈判后签署。
C1 adjective /ˈsæljʊˌtɛri/

salutary

有益的
Meaning
Producing good effects; beneficial, especially after something unpleasant.
Example
The accident was a salutary reminder to drive carefully.
这场事故是一个有益的提醒，要小心驾驶。
C1 adjective/adverb /ɡəˈlɔːr/

galore

大量的
Meaning
In large amounts; abundant or plentiful.
Example
There were books galore in the old library.
在老图书馆里有大量的书。
B2 noun /ˈen.ə.dʒi sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti/

energy security

能源安全
Meaning
The reliable availability of energy sources at an affordable price for a nation or region.
Example
Energy security ensures consistent supply.
能源安全确保稳定的供应。
C1 verb /ˈbɑːrtər/

barter

Meaning
To exchange goods or services without using money.
Example
They bartered their crops for handmade tools.
C1 noun ˌsætʃəˈreɪʃən

saturation

饱和
Meaning
The state of being saturated; the degree or extent to which something is dissolved or absorbed
Example
The saturation of the market with similar products reduced sales.
市场上的类似产品饱和度降低了销售额。
B2 adjective /ˈɡlɪt.ər.ɪŋ/

Glittering

闪亮的; 闪烁的; 光辉的
Meaning
shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;
Example
The glittering stars filled the clear night sky.
闪亮的星星充满了清澈的夜空。
C1 noun /ˈreɪ.vən/

Raven

乌鸦
Meaning
a large, black bird with a thick bill and harsh croaking voice
Example
The raven perched on the old oak tree and cawed loudly.
那只乌鸦停在老橡树上大声地叫。
B1 verb /prəˈvaɪdɪd/

provided

提供的
Meaning
gave or supplied something that was needed
Example
The hotel provided free breakfast for all guests.
酒店为所有客人提供了免费早餐。
B1 noun /kəmˈpəʊzə(r)/

composer

作曲家
Meaning
a person who writes music, especially classical music
Example
The composer is working on a new symphony.
作曲家正在创作一部新的交响曲。
C2 verb /ˈpʌkər/

pucker

Meaning
to tighten or contract into small folds or wrinkles
Example
She puckered her lips before kissing the child.
B2 verb /ˈdɑːrkən/

darken

变暗
Meaning
to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light
Example
The clouds began to darken the sky before the storm.
暴风雨来临前，乌云开始使天空变暗。
B2 noun /ˈhaɪdrədʒən/

hydrogen

氢气
Meaning
a colorless, odorless, highly flammable gas that is the lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe
Example
Hydrogen is used as a clean fuel in many energy systems.
氢气在许多能源系统中作为清洁燃料使用。
C2 verb /ɪkˈspɒstjʊleɪt/

expostulate

表示不同意见
Meaning
to express strong disapproval or disagreement
Example
She expostulated with her friend about the risky decision.
她对她朋友关于冒险决定的看法表达了不同意见。
B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərmən/

chairman

幸福
Meaning
the leader or head of a meeting, committee, or organization
Example
The chairman opened the meeting with a short speech.
当她获得奖项时，她无法隐藏自己的幸福。
A2 adverb /ˈpɒs.ə.bli/

Possibly

可能; 或许;
Meaning
perhaps; maybe; it may be the case that
Example
It will possibly rain tomorrow.
明天可能会下雨。
B1 noun /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/

combination

组合 / 混合
Meaning
The act of joining or mixing two or more things together.
Example
This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors.
这道菜是甜味和辛辣味的完美组合。
C1 noun /ˈsmætərɪŋ/

smattering

浅薄的知识
Meaning
A small amount or superficial knowledge of something.
Example
He has a smattering of Spanish.
他对西班牙语有浅薄的了解。
A2 phrasal verb /pɪk ʌp/

pick up

捡起; 接载; 学会
Meaning
to lift something; to collect or receive someone or something; to learn or acquire gradually; to improve or increase
Example
She picked up the book from the floor.
她从地板上捡起了那本书。
C1 noun /ˌdɛfəˈmeɪʃən/

defamation

诽谤
Meaning
the act of damaging someone's reputation by making false statements
Example
The newspaper was sued for defamation of character.
该报因诽谤被起诉。
B1 adjective kənˈsɪs.tənt

consistent

一致的
Meaning
Acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate.
Example
Consistent performance leads to success.
持续的表现导致成功。
C2 adjective /ˌsæpəˈneɪʃəs/

saponaceous

含肥皂性质的
Meaning
Soapy or having the qualities of soap.
Example
The plant has saponaceous leaves that produce foam when rubbed in water.
这种植物有含肥皂性质的叶子，擦在水中时会产生泡沫。
C2 noun /ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/

apparition

幽灵现身
Meaning
A ghostly figure or an unusual or unexpected appearance.
Example
The children were frightened by the sudden apparition in the old house.
孩子们被老房子里突然出现的幽灵吓坏了。
B1 noun /ˈɡrændsʌn/

grandson

孙子
Meaning
the son of one's son or daughter
Example
His grandson visits him every weekend.
他的孙子每个周末都来看他。
C2 noun/verb /ɡəˈfɔː/

guffaw

大笑
Meaning
a loud and boisterous laugh
Example
The audience guffawed at the comedian’s joke.
观众因喜剧演员的笑话而大声笑。
C2 verb /ɪˈstreɪndʒ/

estrange

Meaning
to cause someone to no longer be close or affectionate; to alienate
Example
His constant criticism began to estrange him from his friends.
A2 noun /ˈraɪ.tər/

Writer

作家
Meaning
a person who writes books, articles, or other written works
Example
The writer spent hours crafting the perfect sentence.
作家花了几个小时来创作完美的句子。
B2 adjective ˈɛvɪdənt

evident

明显的
Meaning
Clearly seen or understood; obvious.
Example
The result was evident.
结果是显而易见的。
C2 noun /ˌdɪsæprəˈbeɪʃən/

disapprobation

强烈反对
Meaning
strong disapproval, typically on moral grounds
Example
The policy was met with widespread disapprobation.
该政策遭遇了广泛的反对。
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。
C1 noun /ˌluː.mɪˈnɒs.ɪ.ti/

luminosity

光度
Meaning
The intrinsic brightness of a celestial object; the quality of emitting light.
Example
The luminosity of the star was measured with advanced instruments.
星星的光度通过先进的仪器进行了测量。
A2 verb (past tense / past participle) /əˈtræktɪd/

attracted

被吸引
Meaning
felt interest or liking toward someone or something; was drawn by appeal or force
Example
She was attracted to the idea of studying abroad.
她被出国留学的想法吸引了。
B1 noun /feɪθ/

Faith

信念; 信任; 宗教信仰;
Meaning
complete trust or confidence in someone or something; strong belief in religion
Example
She had unwavering faith in her team's ability to succeed.
她对她的团队成功的能力有着坚定不移的信念。
C1 verb /ˈfæbrɪkeɪt/

fabricate

编造
Meaning
to invent or concoct something, often with the intent to deceive; or to construct or manufacture
Example
The witness fabricated his testimony to protect himself.
证人为了保护自己而编造了他的证词。
C1 noun /lɪˈbiːdoʊ/

libido

性欲
Meaning
Sexual desire or drive.
Example
Stress can sometimes lower a person's libido.
压力有时会降低一个人的性欲。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrɡraʊnd/

foreground

前景
Meaning
the part of a scene that is nearest to and in front of the viewer
Example
The flowers in the foreground brightened the picture.
前景的花朵使画面更加生动。
B2 noun /ˈvendə(r)/

Vendor

小贩
Meaning
a person or company offering something for sale, especially a trader in the street
Example
The street vendor sold fresh fruits and vegetables.
街头小贩卖新鲜的水果和蔬菜。
B2 noun /ˈdʒʌŋk.ʃən/

Junction

交叉口
Meaning
a place where two or more roads or railway lines meet; a point where things join or connect
Example
Turn left at the junction to reach the shopping center.
在交叉口左转，前往购物中心。
C1 verb /ˈbædʒər/

badger

烦扰, 打扰
Meaning
To repeatedly ask or annoy someone with demands or questions.
Example
The reporter kept badgering the politician with questions.
记者不断用问题打扰政治人物。
C1 noun /ˈjuːnɪsən/

unison

齐声
Meaning
Simultaneous performance or utterance of action or speech.
Example
The choir sang in unison.
合唱团齐声唱歌。
A2 noun tuːlz

Tools

工具
Meaning
A device or implement used to carry out a particular function.
Example
You can use online tools like FamilySearch to create a family tree.
您可以使用像FamilySearch这样的在线工具来创建家谱树。
B2 noun ˈruθləs ˌkɑmpəˈtɪʃən

ruthless competition

无情的竞争
Meaning
Fierce and merciless rivalry or contest, without pity or compassion.
Example
Ruthless competition for power leads to societal issues.
为了权力的无情竞争导致了社会问题。
B1 noun /ˈmɪʃ.ən/

Mission

一个重要的任务或使命，分配给个人或团队；一个特定的目标或目的
Meaning
An important task or assignment given to a person or group; a specific purpose or goal
Example
The astronauts completed their mission to the space station.
宇航员完成了他们的任务，前往太空站。
A2 verb /rɪˈkwaɪər/

require

需要
Meaning
to need something; to demand or insist on
Example
This job requires excellent communication skills.
这份工作要求出色的沟通技巧。
C2 noun /ˈmɔːreɪz/

mores

风俗
Meaning
the essential or characteristic customs and conventions of a community
Example
Social mores often dictate how people behave in public.
社会风俗常常决定人们在公共场合的行为。
A2 verb /kəmˈpliːt/

complete

完成
Meaning
to finish making or doing something; to bring something to an end
Example
She managed to complete the project on time.
她按时完成了这个项目。
B2 verb /ˈrendər/

render

提供
Meaning
to provide or give; to make or cause to become
Example
The artist renders the scene beautifully.
艺术家美丽地渲染了场景。
C2 adjective /ˌbiːəˈtɪfɪk/

beatific

极乐的
Meaning
blissfully happy or showing great joy
Example
She had a beatific smile after hearing the good news.
她在听到好消息后露出了极乐的微笑。
C2 noun /brəˈvjʊrə/

bravura

Meaning
a display of great skill and brilliance, especially in music or performance
Example
The pianist delivered a bravura performance that left the audience spellbound.
A1 noun /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/

morning

幸福
Meaning
the early part of the day, typically from sunrise until noon
Example
I like to go for a run in the morning.
当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B1 noun ˈtʃæt.dʒiː.piː.tiː

ChatGPT

基于语言的人工智能模型
Meaning
A language-based artificial intelligence model designed for conversational interactions.
Example
ChatGPT helps users generate human-like text efficiently.
ChatGPT帮助用户高效生成类似人类的文本。
A2 noun ˈefərts

efforts

努力
Meaning
A vigorous or determined attempt; physical or mental energy
Example
Your efforts determine your success.
你的努力决定了你的成功。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtɒl.ər.ə.bəl/

Intolerable

难以忍受的
Meaning
unable to be endured; extremely unpleasant or painful
Example
The noise from the construction site was intolerable.
建筑工地的噪音让人无法忍受。
A2 verb /beɪs/

base

基于
Meaning
to use something as a foundation; to establish or locate something
Example
They based their decision on facts.
他们基于事实做出了决定。
C2 noun /ˈdʌlərd/

dullard

傻瓜
Meaning
a slow or stupid person
Example
He was considered a dullard by his classmates.
他被同学们视为傻瓜。
C2 verb /ˈkrɪŋ.kəl/

crinkle

皱纹
Meaning
To form small creases or wrinkles.
Example
She crinkled her nose at the strange smell.
她对那股奇怪的气味皱起了鼻子。
C2 adjective /ˈnæti/

natty

时尚
Meaning
Neat, stylish, and fashionable in appearance.
Example
He looked very natty in his new suit.
他在新西装里看起来非常时尚。
C2 noun /ˈɡɒz.lɪŋ/

gosling

小鹅
Meaning
a young goose
Example
The mother goose carefully protected her goslings.
母鹅小心翼翼地保护着她的小鹅。
A1 adjective /ˈhæpi/

happy

快乐
Meaning
feeling or showing pleasure, contentment, or joy
Example
She was very happy to receive the gift.
她收到礼物时非常高兴。
A2 noun /pəˈliːsmən/

policeman

警察
Meaning
a man whose job is to enforce the law and keep public order
Example
The policeman directed the traffic at the intersection.
警察在交叉路口指挥交通。
B2 verb /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃər/

manufacture

制造
Meaning
to produce goods in large quantities using machinery; to make or create something
Example
The company manufactures electronic devices for global markets.
该公司为全球市场生产电子设备。
C1 noun/verb /ˈfʌrəʊ/

furrow

Meaning
A long narrow trench made in the ground by a plow; to make wrinkles or grooves.
Example
The farmer plowed furrows in the field.
A2 verb /bɪld/

build

建造
Meaning
to make something by putting materials together; to construct
Example
They will build a new school in our neighborhood.
他们将在我们社区建一所新学校。
A2 adjective /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk/

electronic

电子的
Meaning
Operating with or produced by the use of electronic devices.
Example
She bought an electronic keyboard for her music lessons.
她为她的音乐课买了一台电子键盘。
C2 noun /ˈpruːdəri/

prudery

Meaning
the behavior or attitude of people who are too easily shocked or offended by sexual matters
Example
His prudery often made others uncomfortable during open discussions.
C2 noun /bleɪn/

Blain

水泡
Meaning
an inflammatory swelling or sore on the skin; a blister or pustule
Example
The doctor examined the blain on his arm.
医生检查了他手臂上的水泡。
C1 verb /ˈræŋɡl̩/

wrangle

争论
Meaning
to argue or dispute noisily or angrily
Example
The two neighbors wrangled over the property line for hours.
两个邻居为土地边界争论了好几个小时。
B2 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

遮阳区
Meaning
An area that is protected from direct sunlight.
Example
We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.
我们坐在河岸的遮阳区。
C1 noun /jiːld ˌɒptɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən/

yield optimization

产量优化
Meaning
The process of maximizing the productivity or efficiency of crop production through various agricultural techniques and practices.
Example
Yield optimization techniques can significantly improve crop production.
产量优化技术可以显著提高作物生产。
C2 adjective /sɪˈbeɪʃəs/

sebaceous

与皮脂相关
Meaning
Relating to or secreting sebum, an oily substance from the skin.
Example
Acne is often caused by overactive sebaceous glands.
痤疮通常是由过度活跃的皮脂腺引起的。
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。
C2 noun /ˈhɑː.mə.li/

Homily

布道; 乏味的道德讲座
Meaning
a religious discourse delivered as part of a church service; a tedious moralizing lecture
Example
The priest delivered an inspiring homily about compassion and forgiveness during Sunday service.
牧师在星期天的礼拜中发表了关于同情和宽恕的鼓舞人心的布道。
C1 noun /pəˈnæʃ/

panache

与众不同的风格
Meaning
Flamboyant confidence of style or manner; distinctive and stylish elegance.
Example
He delivered his speech with great panache.
他以极大的自信发表了演讲。
B1 adjective /ˌʌnsəkˈsesfl/

Unsuccessful

失败的; 没有成功的;
Meaning
not achieving desired aims or results; failing to accomplish a purpose
Example
His unsuccessful attempt to climb the mountain left him disappointed.
他未能成功登上山顶，感到失望。
C1 adjective ɪnˈdel.ə.bəl

indelible

不可磨灭的
Meaning
Making marks that cannot be removed; impossible to forget or remove.
Example
Her speech left an indelible mark on the audience.
她的演讲给观众留下了不可磨灭的印象。
C1 adjective /loʊθ/

loath

不情愿
Meaning
reluctant or unwilling to do something
Example
She was loath to admit her mistake in front of everyone.
她不愿意在大家面前承认她的错误。
B2 noun /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

占星术
Meaning
the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs
Example
She studied astrology to understand her future.
她学习占星术来了解她的未来。
B2 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

出现
Meaning
to begin to exist or to happen
Example
Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.
如果你没有提前计划，问题可能会出现。
C2 adjective /roʊn/

roan

罗恩马
Meaning
denoting an animal, especially a horse, having a coat of mixed colors, typically reddish-brown and white
Example
The rider mounted a roan horse with a speckled coat.
骑手骑上了一匹罗恩马，身上有斑点的毛皮。
C2 verb /ˌkaʊˈtaʊ/

kowtow

过度顺从
Meaning
To act in an excessively subservient or obedient manner.
Example
He refused to kowtow to the unreasonable demands.
他拒绝顺从不合理的要求。
B2 verb /nɪt/

knit

编织
Meaning
To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.
Example
She loves to knit scarves for her friends during the winter.
她喜欢在冬天为她的朋友编织围巾。
C2 verb /ɪmˈpɛnd/

impend

临近
Meaning
to be about to happen; to loom threateningly
Example
Dark clouds suggested that a storm was impeding.
乌云暗示着暴风雨即将来临。
B2 noun /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

mechanism

机制
Meaning
A system of parts working together in a machine; a process or technique for achieving something.
Example
The mechanism of the clock stopped working after years of use.
钟表的机制在多年使用后停止工作。
B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfil

实现
Meaning
to complete or achieve something that was expected or promised; to satisfy a requirement or desire
Example
She worked hard to fulfil her dream of becoming a doctor.
她努力工作以实现成为医生的梦想。
B2 verb səˈsteɪnd

sustained

持续的
Meaning
Strengthened and supported; not allowed to weaken or fail.
Example
The proposal was not sustained.
该提案没有得到支持。
C1 noun /ˈfʌŋɡəs/

fungus

真菌
Meaning
a spore-producing organism feeding on organic matter, including molds, yeast, and mushrooms
Example
A strange fungus was growing on the old tree.
一种奇怪的真菌在老树上生长。
C2 verb /seɪt/

sate

满足
Meaning
To satisfy fully or to excess.
Example
The huge meal sated their hunger after the long journey.
长途旅行后，丰盛的餐点满足了他们的饥饿。
C2 verb /həˈmɑː.dʒə.naɪz/

homogenize

同质化
Meaning
To make uniform or similar by blending or mixing different elements.
Example
The company tried to homogenize its products across global markets.
公司尝试在全球市场上使其产品同质化。
A1 noun ˈstjuː.dənt

student

学生
Meaning
A person who is studying at a school or university.
Example
Students participated actively in the protests.
学生们积极参与了抗议活动。
B2 noun /məˈskiː.toʊ net/

Mosquito-net

蚊帐
Meaning
a fine mesh fabric used to cover beds or windows to keep mosquitoes and other insects out
Example
We use a mosquito net to protect ourselves from insect bites.
我们使用蚊帐来保护自己，防止被虫子叮咬。
B2 verb /ˈwaɪdən/

widen

拓宽
Meaning
to make or become wider or broader
Example
They plan to widen the road next year.
他们计划在明年拓宽这条路。
B2 noun /θret/

Threat

威胁
Meaning
a statement of intention to inflict harm; a person or thing likely to cause danger
Example
The storm poses a serious threat to coastal areas.
暴风雨对沿海地区构成严重威胁。
B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

计划 / 阴谋
Meaning
a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest
Example
They devised a scheme to cheat investors.
他们制定了一个计划，欺骗投资者。
A1 verb /fɔːl/

fall

掉落
Meaning
to drop down from a higher place; to decrease; to happen or occur
Example
The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.
秋天，树叶从树上掉下来。
B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

笔名
Meaning
a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym
Example
Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.
马克·吐温是塞缪尔·克莱门斯的笔名。
C2 noun /kəmˈpleɪsəns/

complacence

Meaning
a feeling of quiet pleasure or self-satisfaction, often without awareness of potential danger
Example
His complacence prevented him from noticing the risks.
C2 adjective /prəˈtuːbərənt/

protuberant

突出或膨胀
Meaning
Sticking out or bulging.
Example
His protuberant belly showed after the meal.
饭后他凸出的肚子显现出来。
C1 adjective /ˈdæʃ.ɪŋ/

Dashing

英俊; 魅力; 自信;
Meaning
stylish and confident; lively and energetic; attractive and charming
Example
He looked dashing in his new suit.
他穿上新西装看起来英俊。
C2 noun /ˈbɑːr.bər/

Barbar

理发师
Meaning
a person whose job is to cut men's hair and shave or trim beards
Example
The barber gave him a perfect haircut for his wedding.
理发师为他的婚礼剪了一个完美的发型。
C1 adjective /ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.t̬əl/

anecdotal

基于个人叙述而非事实或研究，特点是轶事
Meaning
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.
Example
The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data.
这本书充满了轶事性证据，而不是数据。
A1 preposition /frəm/ or /frʌm/

from

从
Meaning
Used to indicate the starting point of a journey, action, or source.
Example
She came from Dhaka to visit her family.
她从达卡来探望她的家人。
B1 noun /ˈvaɪrəs/

virus

病毒
Meaning
A tiny infectious agent that can replicate only inside the living cells of an organism.
Example
The computer was infected with a dangerous virus.
计算机感染了一个危险的病毒。
C2 adjective /stəˈkɑː.təʊ/

staccato

断奏
Meaning
short and detached in sound or style, often used in music
Example
The pianist played the notes in a staccato rhythm.
钢琴家以断奏的节奏弹奏音符。
A2 noun /ˈdrɑː.mə/

drama

戏剧
Meaning
a play for theater, radio, or television, or an exciting or emotional situation
Example
She loves watching historical drama series.
她喜欢观看历史剧集。
C2 adjective /ˈfiːbəlˌmaɪndɪd/

feebleminded

愚蠢或心智薄弱
Meaning
lacking intelligence or mental capacity; foolish or weak-minded
Example
The feebleminded man struggled to understand basic instructions.
那个心智薄弱的人很难理解基本的指示。
C2 noun /ˌpɒl.iˈsɪl.ə.bəl/

polysyllable

多音节词
Meaning
a word with more than one syllable
Example
The word 'elephant' is a polysyllable because it has three syllables.
‘大象’是一个多音节词，因为它有三个音节。
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。
A2 noun /ˈheəkʌt/

haircut

理发
Meaning
the act or style of cutting hair
Example
I got a haircut before the wedding.
我在婚礼前理了发。
B1 verb /əˈlɑːrm/

alarm

惊吓
Meaning
to warn of danger; to frighten or disturb
Example
The loud noise alarmed the residents.
巨响吓到了居民。
C1 noun /ˈlɛktən/

lectern

讲台
Meaning
A tall stand with a sloping top used to support a book, notes, or script during a speech or lecture.
Example
The professor placed her notes on the lectern before starting her lecture.
教授在开始讲座之前，把笔记放在讲台上。
C1 adjective ɔːˈspɪʃ.əs

auspicious

吉祥
Meaning
Favorable or bringing good luck and success
Example
The wedding was held on an auspicious day.
婚礼在一个吉祥的日子举行。
C1 noun /ʃæˈtoʊ/

chateau

法国庄园
Meaning
a large French country house or castle
Example
They stayed in a beautiful chateau in France.
他们住在法国的一座美丽的城堡里。
C2 noun /spɪˈlʌŋkər/

spelunker

洞穴探险者
Meaning
A person who explores caves as a hobby.
Example
The spelunker carried ropes and lights into the dark cave.
洞穴探险者带着绳子和灯光进入了黑暗的洞穴。
C1 noun /ˌmɒd.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

modulation

声音控制
Meaning
The process of varying or controlling something.
Example
Proper modulation of voice enhances communication skills.
正确的语音调节提高了沟通技巧。